What qualifies you for veterans preference?

To receive preference, a veteran must have been discharged or released from active duty in the Armed Forces under honorable conditions (i.e., with an honorable or general discharge). As defined in 5 U.S.C. 2101(2), “Armed Forces” means the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps and Coast Guard.

Can you rejoin the military with a disability rating?

Simply having a VA disability rating does not prevent someone from joining the military. However, the underlying medical condition may prevent someone from medically qualifying to serve again. However, other underlying medical conditions may prevent you from joining the military again.

What is considered a disabled veteran?

For example, the term “disabled veteran” means an individual who has served on active duty in the armed forces, was honorably discharged, and has a service-connected disability or a disability that was aggravated during active duty, or is receiving compensation, disability retirement benefits, or pension because of a …

Are Disabled veterans protected?

A veteran with a disability is protected by the ADA when he or she meets the ADA’s definition of disability and is qualified for the job the veteran has or wants.

What does the R in veteran mean?

R — Resolve. I don’t doubt that each and every veteran has strived to be the best in all he or she has done. The “R” in the acronym can also mean “remembrance.” Military veterans know it’s important to never forget the sacrifices that have been made to protect this country.

Is military disability for life?

VA disability is usually not for life. With this designation, you’ll receive VA disability benefits for life (absent a finding of fraud). VA reserves permanent and total disability for the most extreme situations. Most VA disability recipients can expect periodic reexaminations.

Do I have to disclose my VA disability?

9. Do I have to disclose an injury or illness that is not obvious during an interview or indicate on a job application that I have a disability? No. The ADA does not require you to disclose that you have any medical condition on a job application or during an interview.