TDIU for Dummies

[Smirak]

I swear I looked in the pinned post, but I guess I didn't see anything, or it wasn't clear.  I am ready to file a claim for TDIU.  Currently at 90% combined with 70% of that being PTSD.  So, I meet the 70/60/40 rule since one of my ratings is greater than 60%.  Also, I have been fired from 2 jobs within the past year, and most recently, it was due to (my thoughts) my PTSD (we have filed a complaint with EEOC for that as well) because I missed too much work for doctors appointments and such.

Background out of the way now...

Is there a "How to file TDIU for Dummies" guide somewhere around here?  Last claim I filed was on ebenefits, but as I understand that has now moved to VA.gov?  I need to know where to start. I already have all my civilian medical records, I have letters from doctors/friends/family stating how it impacts my ability to work.  I do not have a vocational letter (is this needed?).  I need to put myself out there and go ahead and call me stupid, but where do I start?  

Thanks,

Kevin

[john999]

You may start by filing the official TDIU application.  Get that filed and then supply all your documentation.  You probably need to make PTSD the disability you are filing TDIU for since you need to specify which disability makes you unable to work.  The main thing is to file your TDIU application/claim now.

[asdf]

Find an accredited VSO with VBMS access and they can assist in completing all the necessary forms.

[capitan]

Make sure you only include the disabilities that prevent you from working, not any that they can point to which are not service connected.