TDIU and Marginal Employment: Here's What VA Looks At

Описание: TDIU and marginal employment are often misunderstood, especially when income, part-time work, or special job accommodations are involved. In this video, CCK Law Partners Emma Peterson and Christine Clemens break down what “marginal employment” really means under 38 C.F.R. § 4.16, including the difference between income-based marginal employment and protected (sheltered) work environments. They also explain how VA looks at poverty threshold income, why so much online advice is conflicting, and what evidence can make the difference in a TDIU claim.

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0:00 Introduction to Marginal Employment
1:03 Income-Based Marginal Employment Explained
2:10 The Risks of Underreporting Income
2:50 Sheltered and Protected Work Environments
3:50 Real-World Examples of Protected Jobs
6:08 Dependents and Higher Income Limits
6:50 The Functional Test: Ray v. Wilkie
7:18 Evidence Needed to Prove Your Claim
8:00 Why Experience Matters in TDIU Claims