How to apply for a lump sum settlement

What is a lump sum settlement?

A lump sum settlement is an employee benefit provided under the employer’s accident insurance. In the event of a work-related injury or an occupational disease, you may receive this benefit if the reduction in your working capacity has reached a minimum of 10 % and a maximum of 40 %.

Am I entitled to a lump sum settlement?

You are entitled to a lump sum settlement if:

  • you have suffered a reduction in your working capacity by a minimum of 10 % and a maximum of 40 % as a result of an accident at work or an occupational disease;
  • your entitlement to an accident rent has ceased due to reaching pensionable age, you are not entitled to an old age pension and your working capacity is reduced by a minimum of 10 %; or
  • you are not entitled to an accident rent due to the awarding of an early old age pension or to reaching pensionable age, and your working capacity has been reduced by a minimum of 10 %.

How do I apply for a lump sum settlement?

You apply for this injury benefit with an Application for a Lump Sum Settlement (SK) at a Social Insurance Agency branch.

For more information, see the ACCIDENT INSURANCE – LUMP SUM SETTLEMENT (SK) section.