What happens if my disability pension runs out and I am still not able to work?
June 27, 2023 | 60,00 EUR | answered by Fred Schönecker
Dear lawyer,
My name is Artur Witzelmann, and I am reaching out to you with an urgent question. In 2018, I was diagnosed with a disability and subsequently started receiving a disability pension. Unfortunately, my health has not improved since then, and I am still unable to work a regular job.
I have recently learned that my disability pension is soon expiring, and I am concerned about what will happen if I remain unable to work. This situation is causing me great distress, as I rely on this financial support to make ends meet. Without the disability pension, I fear I will be in a precarious situation.
Therefore, my question to you as an expert in social security law is: What can I do if my disability pension expires and I am still unable to work? Are there options to extend the pension or access other forms of support? I would like to know what steps I can take in this situation to ensure my financial security.
Thank you in advance for your support and guidance.
Sincerely,
Artur Witzelmann
Dear Mr. Witzelmann,
I thank you for your inquiry and understand your concerns regarding your financial security, especially as your disability pension is soon expiring and your health condition has not improved. In such a situation, it is important to act early and take appropriate measures to ensure your livelihood.
If your disability pension is expiring and you are still unable to work, there are various options to receive support. First and foremost, you should contact your pension insurance provider and explain your situation. It is possible that in your case an extension of the disability pension or the granting of another form of support, such as partial disability pension, may be considered.
To apply for an extension of the disability pension, you usually need to prove that your health condition has not improved and that you are still unable to work in a regular job. It is important to provide medical records and evaluations that confirm your health limitations.
If an extension of the disability pension is not possible, there may be the option to apply for other social benefits such as unemployment benefits II (Hartz IV) or basic security in old age and in case of disability. These benefits are meant to secure your livelihood and can be accessed when employment is not possible.
It is advisable to seek advice from an experienced attorney specializing in social security law in such a situation, to explore your rights and options. Together, we can develop a strategy to ensure your livelihood and, if necessary, appeal if your application for an extension of the disability pension is denied.
I am available for further questions and personal consultations, and will do everything possible to assist you in this difficult situation.
Sincerely,
Fred Schönecker
Attorney specializing in social security law
