How can I lodge an objection against a decision on basic security in old age?
August 18, 2022 | 40,00 EUR | answered by Alwin Vollmann
Dear lawyer,
My name is Greta Krause and I am 67 years old. A few days ago, I received a decision on basic security in old age, which however does not grant me the benefits that I believe I need. In the decision, my pension is taken into account, resulting in a very low basic security.
However, my monthly needs are higher than the granted basic security, as in addition to my rent and living expenses, I also have high medical costs due to regular treatments required for my health problems.
I am very concerned that I will not be able to make ends meet with the current basic security and wonder how I can appeal against it. I have already tried to get information by phone from the responsible authority, but no one could give me precise instructions on how to proceed.
Could you please explain to me what steps I need to take to appeal against the decision on basic security in old age? Are there any specific deadlines that I need to adhere to? And what documents are needed to justify my appeal and explain my situation?
Thank you in advance for your support and I look forward to your helpful information.
Sincerely,
Greta Krause
Dear Mrs. Krause,
Thank you for your inquiry regarding the decision on basic security in old age that you have received. I am sorry to hear that the benefits are not sufficient to cover your monthly needs. I will now explain to you how you can best lodge an objection against the decision.
First of all, it is important to know that you can object to administrative acts such as the decision on basic security in old age within a period of one month. This period starts from the day after the decision was announced. It is therefore advisable to formulate the objection promptly and submit it to the relevant authority.
In your objection, you should clearly state the reasons why you do not agree with the decision. For example, you can point out that your pension is being taken into account and therefore the need is not adequately covered. Furthermore, you can also mention your high medical costs, which in addition to living expenses, burden your financial situation.
To substantiate your objection, you should attach all relevant documents that illustrate your situation. These include, for example, proof of your rent, living expenses, and medical costs, as well as, if necessary, medical certificates confirming your health problems and the necessity of regular treatments.
It is possible that the competent authority will request further documents from you as part of the objection procedure. Therefore, it is important that you carefully store all relevant documents and be able to present them when needed.
I hope that this information is helpful to you and supports you in your objection against the decision on basic security in old age. If you have any further questions or need assistance in formulating the objection, I am at your disposal.
Yours sincerely,
Alwin Vollmann
Lawyer specializing in social law
