Elderly Woman Receives $400,000 In Disability Benefits

A 77-year-old woman successfully received disability benefits through the Labor Insurance Act. A 77-year-old woman, who was already receiving old-age benefits, successfully obtained 400,000 NT dollars in disability benefits. The key to her successful claim was demonstrating a limitation in her arm's range of motion, where she could only lift it halfway or to one-third of its full capacity. Her eligibility was based on functional impairment, specifically her limited ability to raise her hand, which was assessed as meeting the disability criteria. Expert Zheng Zheng-yi noted that the case was successful because the specific occupational injury protections applied independently of her previous insurance status. This case highlights the expanded reach of the Labor Occupational Accident Insurance and Protection Act. The recovery of such benefits is possible under updated labor protection frameworks in Taiwan. The successful application demonstrates new pathways for claiming benefits under updated regulations. The benefit is contingent on having previously enrolled in disability insurance. Eligibility for disability benefits is based on specific criteria, such as limitations in joint movement or sensory impairment. The criteria for disability benefits can be complex, with one clause stating 'one upper limb major joint and one leg movement disorder' or ' impairment'. A worker diagnosed with cancer who initially continued working may qualify for disability benefits if their condition deteriorates and the cancer metastasizes to other organs.