Because some do too then off. There are law firms and businesses that target some vets just to get a percent of the money that receive from their claim.Not all lawyers are u201cambulance chasersu201d but there are certainly are a few otherwise the term wouldn't exist.Most VA claims can be filed without a lawyer. There are service organizations that hello for free. It is up to the veteran to do some homework on their own.I supposed there are a few cases where legal assistance is necessary. But it would probably be when the claim is in appeals.