What benefits am I entitled to in case of reduced earning capacity?
April 16, 2023 | 30,00 EUR | answered by Andreas Köhler
Dear lawyer,
My name is Katrin Voss and I am reaching out to you to obtain information regarding my claims for disability benefits. I am 42 years old and since a serious car accident two years ago, I am no longer able to continue with my previous professional activities due to my injuries.
Currently, I am receiving sick pay as my doctor has declared me unfit for work. However, I am unsure of how long I will receive sick pay and what benefits I am entitled to in case of permanent disability. I am concerned about my financial situation and securing my livelihood in the future.
Could you please explain to me in detail what benefits I am entitled to in case of disability and how I can apply for them? Are there specific requirements that I must meet to receive these benefits? What steps do I need to take to make my claims and what documents are needed for this?
I thank you in advance for your support and advice in this matter.
Sincerely,
Katrin Voss
Dear Mrs. Voss,
Thank you for your inquiry regarding your entitlements in case of occupational disability. I am sorry to hear that you became unable to work due to a serious car accident two years ago. It is important that you are informed about your rights and entitlements to secure your financial situation.
In case of permanent occupational disability, you are generally entitled to an occupational disability pension paid by the German Pension Insurance. This pension is intended to help you secure your livelihood if you are no longer able to work to the full extent due to health restrictions.
To apply for an occupational disability pension, certain requirements must be met. Firstly, a permanent occupational disability must be medically confirmed. In your case, you have already received sickness benefits, which means that your doctor has declared you unable to work. This medical certificate is also required for the application for an occupational disability pension.
To claim your entitlements, you must submit an application for an occupational disability pension to the German Pension Insurance. You can submit this application in person at a pension insurance advisory office, online, or in writing. In addition to the medical certificate, the application requires documents such as work certificates, pension insurance history, medical records, and other medical documents. It is important that you submit all required documents in full to ensure a quick processing of your application.
It may also be useful to seek advice from a social security lawyer to ensure that your application is correctly submitted and that you receive all the benefits you are entitled to. A lawyer can also assist you in case of any objections or appeals against rejection notices.
I hope this information helps you and answers your questions. If you need further assistance or have any more questions, I am at your disposal.
Best regards,
Andreas Köhler
Social Security Lawyer
