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Medical-legal prognosis in IVA cases in The Hague

In cases of **permanent work disability** in The Hague, a **medical-legal prognosis assessment** is essential for an **IVA benefit**. Learn the criteria at The Hague District Court and your rights via The Hague Legal Aid Office.

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Medical-legal prognosis assessment for permanent work disability (IVA criteria) - The Hague

In The Hague, a **medical-legal prognosis assessment** plays a key role in obtaining an **IVA benefit** for fully and permanently disabled persons. The UWV and the **labour expert (AD)** determine whether your disability is permanent. At The Hague District Court (Prins Clauslaan 60), you can lodge an objection. This article explains everything, including local assistance via The Hague Legal Aid Office (Lutherse Burgwal 10).

What does a medical-legal prognosis assessment in The Hague entail?

This assessment analyses your medical condition and the expected duration of work disability. For IVA, it must be permanent: no work possible for an indefinite period. UWV doctors and ADs in the The Hague region scrutinise this strictly.

Two core components:

  1. Medical review: UWV doctor evaluates complaints and records.
  2. Labour expert analysis: Does it meet IVA legislation?

Why crucial for residents of The Hague?

A 'temporary' prognosis leads to a WIA benefit, which is lower and temporary compared to IVA. If dissatisfied: objection at The Hague District Court or free advice at The Hague Legal Aid Office.

IVA criteria under WIA legislation

Regulated in the WIA. For IVA benefit in The Hague:

  • Fully unfit: No work possible, even with assistance.
  • Permanent: At least 1 year, often more strictly assessed by UWV.
  • No WIA alternative: Otherwise temporary benefit.

Role of the prognosis in practice

UWV The Hague examines:

  • Stability of complaints (chronic conditions, psychological/physical).
  • Chance of recovery (rehabilitation, therapy).
  • Duration (>1 year required for IVA).
Prognosis 'recovery within 1 year'? Then often WIA. Objection possible at The Hague District Court.

Steps in the assessment at UWV The Hague

  1. Medical consultation:
    • Examination by UWV doctor or specialist in the region.
    • Analysis of records and rehabilitation.
  2. Labour expert review: Fits IVA?
  3. Decision: IVA approval or WIA.
  4. Objection/appeal: To The Hague District Court (Prins Clauslaan 60).

Practical tips for The Hague

  • Gather all medical evidence.
  • Make an appointment at The Hague Legal Aid Office (Lutherse Burgwal 10) for free assistance.
  • In case of rejection: objection to UWV within 6 weeks, then The Hague District Court.

Your rights and next steps

IVA provides financial security in cases of permanent disability. Doubting the prognosis? Seek help at The Hague Legal Aid Office or specialised lawyers. Successful appeals at The Hague District Court are possible with strong evidence.

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