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A decision made by VA or a Court which grants a benefit, or if at CAVC or above, remands to the lower court or VA. The decision need not provide a compensable benefit nor retroactive payment of benefits to be considered favorable.

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A decision which grants a benefit, even if it does not provide backpay.

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The first decision on an initial claim for any VA compensatory disability benefit. No fee will be charged related to performance of work prior an Initial Decision.

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The very first decision VA makes

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The first favorable decision after DLP has been hired and after an Initial Decision has been made.

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The first favorable decision after DLP has been hired and after an Initial Decision has been made.

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A flat fee due when contract is signed.

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A flat fee due when contract is signed.

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An award is when VA makes a Favorable Decision while we represent you, regardless of who initiated the claim.

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When VA makes a Favorable Decision while we represent you, even if you started the claim.

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Fees are based on the total award of backpay, not each contention. When a Favorable Decision is made that service-connects a condition or increases to an existing rating, DLP charges a fee.

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Fees are based on the total award of backpay, not each contention. When a Favorable Decision is made that service-connects a condition or increases to an existing rating, DLP charges a fee.

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The amount due upon an award is based on a comparison of the minimum Flat Fee for that award and the contingency percentage, whichever is greater is due.

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You will owe the greater of the Flat Fee or the Contingency Fee.