Navigating a service-related traumatic brain injury (TBI) can be complex and challenging, especially for veterans experiencing the cognitive and emotional effects of their injury.

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs provides disability benefits for veterans with service-related disabilities, including traumatic brain injuries. The severity of these conditions is assessed using a rating system to determine the appropriate level of compensation and support. Severity is typically determined by considering the individual’s cognitive impairment, physical symptoms, and emotional or behavioral changes. The rating for a TBI can range from 0% to 100%, depending on symptoms and their impact on daily life:

• Mild TBI (Concussion): A rating of 0% to 10% may be given when the symptoms are mild and there is minimal impairment.

• Moderate TBI: Moderate TBIs can receive ratings between 30% and 70%, depending on how severe the cognitive and physical symptoms are.

• Severe TBI: A 100% disability rating is typically assigned for severe traumatic brain injuries when there is total occupational and social impairment.

In other words, a 100% disability rating may be granted when a disability such as traumatic brain injury completely affects a person’s ability to work, engage in social activities, and perform everyday tasks.

An experienced brain injury attorney can advocate for your rights and help you maximize your disability rating. Contact our Pittsburgh law firm today: 800-392-4529.

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