Can You Work with a 100% VA Disability Rating? | All You Need To Know
Download MP3Leah teams up with VA attorney Rebecca Deming of ProVet Legal to unpack a complex but crucial topic: working while rated 100% disabled by the VA. They clearly differentiate between 100% scheduler disability, which allows full-time work with no income restrictions, and TDIU (Total Disability based on Individual Unemployability), which comes with more nuanced rules around employment and income. Rebecca provides expert insight into what constitutes substantially gainful employment, sheltered work environments, and the risks of losing benefits if circumstances change. They also touch on supportive resources like Vocational Rehabilitation for veterans seeking new careers.
Creators and Guests
Host
Leah Bucholz
Leah Bucholz is an Army combat veteran, board-certified Physician Assistant, former VA C&P examiner, and the founder of Prestige Veteran Medical Consulting. Through her work in medical evidence review and veteran education, Leah helps veterans better understand the medical side of the VA disability process, including nexus letters, DBQs, C&P exams, and complex medical opinions. She is also the host of The Veterans Disability Nexus podcast, where she discusses VA disability medical evidence from an educational and evidence-based perspective.
Guest
Rebecca Deming
Rebecca Demming is the founder and lead attorney at ProVet Legal, a law firm dedicated to helping veterans navigate the complexities of VA disability claims. With a background in administrative law and a deep respect for military service, Rebecca has built her practice around advocating for veterans who are often overlooked by the system. She’s known for her clear communication, strategic approach, and relentless commitment to securing the benefits her clients have earned.
