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The right to a one-time payment in the event of the death of a defender not specified in the personal order: assistance of lawyers of the "Consultant" service
With the beginning of the war in Ukraine, the issue of monetary compensation to the families of the fallen soldiers gained great importance. Defenders who gave their lives for the Motherland deserve to be honored, and their relatives - to be supported. In the conditions of a military conflict, compensation and payments to the families of fallen soldiers become an important mechanism of material assistance. The soldiers who died in the war are a symbol of courage and self-sacrifice for the sake of the country's independence and security.
Monetary compensation for death in war is provided as material support for relatives who have lost a breadwinner or loved one. The death of a serviceman during the performance of combat tasks is the basis for receiving a significant one-time benefit. Compensation for death in war is not only a matter of legislation, but also a moral obligation of the state to the families of fallen defenders of Ukraine. The dead military in war are honored and remembered, and their families receive compensation as part of the state’s responsibility.
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Who has the right to receive payment for a deceased serviceman, except for those specified in the personal order?
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Minors, minors, adult disabled children, disabled widow (widower) and disabled parents of the deceased.
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How can I get advice on compensation for families of fallen soldiers?
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Lawyers of the "Consultant" service provide qualified assistance, explaining the process of obtaining compensation and helping with the necessary documentation.
The families of the fallen defenders of Ukraine are given the right to receive one-time monetary assistance from the state. According to Ukrainian legislation, after the death of a serviceman, his family has the right to one-time monetary assistance. This right is guaranteed regardless of whether the deceased soldier left a personal disposition in which he identified the recipients of assistance. Receipt of payment for a deceased serviceman is a legal right of the defender's next of kin.
Receiving payment for a dead soldier involves a legal process to ensure the soldier’s family receives financial support from the state. Compensation for those killed in war is a financial measure provided to families as recognition of their loss.
Payment to the families of fallen soldiers is carried out on the basis of legislation, even if the deceased did not leave a will.
The law provides for the right to compensation even for those family members who are not listed in the deceased's will.
A lawyer's consultation will help the family correctly draw up all the documents for receiving financial assistance.
The legislation provides that the families of fallen military personnel are paid in the event of the death of a serviceman as a result of the performance of official duties. Among such conditions may be the death of a soldier in war, death in battle or during the performance of combat missions. If the defender of Ukraine left an order regarding who should be paid, these persons will receive the corresponding share of the assistance. Compensation for those killed in the military serves to help the families cope with the financial challenges after the soldier’s death.
However, even if the soldier left the order, there are other categories of persons who are legally entitled to benefits. Regardless of who is specified in the order, the law guarantees the right to payments to minors, minors and incapacitated family members of the deceased. If they are not listed in the order, they can receive 50% of the one-time benefit.Who is entitled to one-time cash assistance, regardless of the content of the personal order:
- Minors are children under the age of 14.
Minors are children aged 14 to 18 years.
Adult children unable to work are children over 18 years of age who, due to disability or other reasons, are recognized as unable to work.
- Incapacitated widow or widower — if the wife or husband of a deceased serviceman is recognized as incapacitated.
- Incapacitated parents of the deceased are parents who have lost their ability to work.
Compensation for those who died in war supports the loved ones left behind by fallen servicemen and women.
Legal assistance in processing payments
In order to receive a payment for a deceased serviceman, the family must collect a certain package of documents that confirms their right to the payment. This package includes documents certifying the death of a military member, confirmation of family relationships and other necessary documents. All these documents must be properly prepared, otherwise there may be delays in payments. Usually, people entitled to receive benefits apply to the relevant authorities for payments, but due to the complexity of the legislative procedures, this process can take a long time.
Lawyers of the "Consultant" service recommend that you seek help in a timely manner to avoid bureaucratic difficulties and receive all due payments. Professional consultation will help to avoid mistakes when collecting documents and will allow you to receive compensation for a killed soldier within the established time frame.
Legal assistance in processing payments from the "Consultant" service includes the following services:
- Consultations on legislation — clarification of the rights of the families of fallen soldiers and help in understanding the process of obtaining compensation.
- Analysis and preparation of documents — verification and assistance in collecting all the necessary documents for receiving payment for a fallen serviceman.
- Drafting of appeals — preparation of statements and complaints to social security agencies for receiving payments to the families of fallen soldiers.
- Support in the authorities — representation of the client's interests during interaction with the state authorities responsible for the payment of compensation.
- Appealing denials — legal assistance in case of denial of compensation, including preparation of documents for administrative or court appeal.
- Consultations on personal disposition — clarification of the impact of the personal disposition of the deceased serviceman and the rights of family members not specified in the disposition.
- Preparation for court cases — legal support in the event of the need for a court decision on the payment of monetary compensation for death in war.
Compensation for death in the war is aimed at offering financial aid to the families of soldiers who lost their lives during combat.
Thanks to the experience of the lawyers of the "Consultant" service, the families of the fallen defenders of Ukraine can be sure that their rights to compensation will be properly protected.
Receiving a bereavement payment is an important part of supporting families who have lost loved ones in war. The legislation of Ukraine provides a clear procedure for payments and protects the rights of even those relatives who were not mentioned in the personal orders of the deceased. Compensation to families of fallen soldiers is one of the most important mechanisms of state support. Contacting the lawyers of the "Consultant" service will allow you to get comprehensive help in solving legal issues related to monetary compensation for the death of a serviceman.