DISABILITY PENSIONS FOR MILITARY SERVICEMEN - LEGAL ASSISTANCE
Ukrainian military personnel, who protect our country from full-scale aggression by the Russian Federation, often suffer serious injuries that can lead to disability. In accordance with the legislation, disability pensions for military personnel are set at the rate of 40 to 100% of the amount of their financial support. The amount of the pension depends on the group of disability, its causes and the status of the military serviceman. We will tell you what is important to know about pensions for military personnel with disabilities in 2024.
Military pension: what affects the amount?
Calculation of disability pension for military personnel is carried out individually. The conditions for the appointment and the amount of the pension are regulated by the Law of Ukraine dated 09.04.1992 No. 2262 "On pension provision for persons released from military service and certain other persons".
The amount of the pension is determined as a percentage of the serviceman's financial support and depends on the cause of disability. The cause, group of disability, date of its onset and duration are established by the medical and social examination body.
How is a military disability pension awarded?
Pensions for persons with disabilities as a result of the war are awarded in the following amounts:
- I group: 100% of the financial support.
- II group: 80% of the financial support.
- Group III: 60% of the financial support.
Minimum pensions for persons disabled as a result of war cannot be lower than the following amounts:
- Group I: 650% of the subsistence minimum for persons who have lost their ability to work - UAH 15,347 (UAH 2,361 x 650%).
- II group: 525% of the subsistence minimum - UAH 12,396 (UAH 2,361 x 525%).
- III group: 360% of the subsistence minimum - 8,500 UAH (2,361 UAH x 360%).
Conditions for assigning a pension
Disability pension is granted after leaving the service, if the disability occurred during the service or within three months after leaving the service.
If the disability occurred later, but as a result of an illness (injury, injury, contusion, mutilation, etc.) received during military service, this is also a reason for awarding a pension, the specialist notes.
Questions
Is it possible to appeal the decision on awarding a disability pension?
Answer
Yes, a person has the right to appeal the decision on the appointment of a pension if he considers it incorrect. For this, it is necessary to submit a corresponding complaint to the authority that made the decision, or to go to court.
Questions
How will a change in disability status affect the pension?
Answer
A change in disability status can affect the amount of the pension, as different groups have different interest rates of cash benefit. In the event of a change in status, the person must re-apply to the medical and social examination for reassessment.
Questions
What documents are required to assign a disability pension?
Answer
In order to receive a pension, it is necessary to submit a passport, documents confirming disability (medical and social examination report), as well as documents confirming military service (certificate of service, military ID).
Legal analysis of the situation
The legal analysis of the situation regarding disability pensions for military servicemen in Ukraine is based on the Law of Ukraine "On Pensions of Persons Discharged from Military Service", which defines the conditions for granting pensions, depending on the causes of disability, group and time its onset A pension is granted to servicemen who received a disability during service or within three months after discharge, as well as in the event that the disability occurred later, but is related to injuries received during service. In the context of changes in the legislation, it is necessary to constantly respond to new challenges and needs of servicemen with disabilities, cooperating with public organizations to protect their rights.
Cooperation with legal marketplace 'Consultant'
Cooperation with the legal marketplace "Consultant" in the issue of disability pensions for military personnel is key to ensuring legal protection and support for persons who have received a disability as a result of the performance of their official duties.
The platform provides access to qualified lawyers who specialize in pension provision, which allows servicemen to receive advice on the terms of pensions, the amount of payments and the possibility of appealing the decisions of the medical and social examination.
"Consultant" lawyers help in the preparation of necessary documents, provide up-to-date information on changes in legislation, as well as practical advice on interaction with state institutions, which contributes to the improvement of the social situation of persons with disabilities and provides them with a decent standard of living.
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Disability pensions for servicemen in Ukraine are an important part of social security, which provides support to those who have suffered injuries or disabilities in the course of their duties. The size of such pensions is determined on the basis of the legislation and individual circumstances of each case, in particular the group of disability, reasons and status of the serviceman. It is important to know about the conditions for granting pensions, the necessary documents and the possibility of appealing decisions. Cooperation with the legal marketplace "Consultant" provides servicemen with disabilities access to professional legal assistance, which helps to protect their rights and improve the quality of life. Using these resources, service members can get the support they need to process their retirement benefits and navigate the complex legal environment.
