{"id":4760,"date":"2023-04-14T16:20:03","date_gmt":"2023-04-14T16:20:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/richmondhumanists.org\/?p=4760"},"modified":"2023-04-25T20:27:42","modified_gmt":"2023-04-25T20:27:42","slug":"provide-for-the-emergency","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/richmondhumanists.org\/provide-for-the-emergency.html","title":{"rendered":"Provide for the emergency"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> Disability and death are issues that each of us would rather suppress. But unfortunately, they are a part of life and can be existentially threatening to us and our families. In order to be financially secured in such cases, there are various insurances that can cover the risks.<\/p>\n<p> One of the most important insurances is occupational disability insurance. This secures the income if one can no longer work for health reasons. But term life insurance can also provide financial support for survivors in the event of death.<\/p>\n<p> Good insurance is therefore essential to avoid financial difficulties in the event of an emergency. But which insurances make sense and which do not? How high should the sums insured be? And what should be considered when choosing a provider?<\/p>\n<p> In this article, we give you an overview of the various coverage options and tell you what you should look for when choosing one.<\/p>\n<h2>Insure yourself against occupational disability and death<\/h2>\n<p>What is occupational disability? An illness or accident can affect anyone and lead to occupational disability. It means that the person concerned can no longer exercise his profession due to his limitations. The financial consequences in this case can be severe, as the income is lost. Insurance against occupational disability is therefore an important precautionary measure. <\/p>\n<p>There are various ways to insure yourself against occupational disability and death. A classic variant is the occupational disability insurance. Here, the insured pays premiums at regular intervals and receives a monthly pension in the event of occupational disability. Another option is term life insurance, which pays out an agreed sum to surviving dependents in the event of the insured&#8217;s death. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The occupational disability insurance secures the standard of living in case of occupational disability.<\/li>\n<li>Term life insurance provides financial security for the family in the event of death.<\/li>\n<li>A combination of both insurances makes sense in order to protect yourself optimally.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Before taking out insurance against occupational disability and death, the individual needs and options should be analyzed in detail. An independent consultation can help to find the right offer. <\/p>\n<h2>Why is a comprehensive insurance essential?<\/h2>\n<p>Whether through death or occupational disability &#8211; these events can affect anyone and turn their life upside down. A solid coverage ensures that in such cases at least financial worries are minimized. This gives those affected room to concentrate on their health and recovery.<\/p>\n<p>An accident or illness that leads to occupational disability can happen quickly. Without appropriate provision, there is a risk of losing one&#8217;s livelihood. A private occupational disability insurance is a sensible supplement to the statutory insurance.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Tip: Make sure that an occupational disability insurance also covers mental illnesses.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>When death occurs, funeral expenses burden survivors, as does a lack of income, such as when the family&#8217;s primary breadwinner has passed away. Term life insurance can be a valuable help in this case to reduce financial worries.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Tip: Term life insurance is often cheaper if it is taken out at a young age. Early provision pays off.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"text-align:center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/richmondhumanists.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/745\/2023\/04\/provide-for-the-emergency_2.jpg\" alt=\"Provide for the emergency\" title=\"Provide for the emergency\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\"><\/div>\n<p>In addition to occupational disability insurance and term life insurance, there are also other insurance options such as supplementary health insurance or accident insurance. Depending on the individual situation, it may make sense to include this in the considerations as well.<\/p>\n<table>\n<tr>\n<td>A lot of confidential information:<\/td>\n<td>Check carefully with which insurance company you want to take out cover. Trust only reputable providers and, if necessary, seek professional advice.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<h2>Protection against occupational disability and death<\/h2>\n<p>As an employee, coverage against occupational disability and death is very important. There are various insurance policies that offer protection. One option is occupational disability insurance. Here, a monthly pension is paid in the event that you become unable to work. The amount of the pension is calculated on the basis of the sum insured and one&#8217;s own income. <\/p>\n<p>Term life insurance is another option for coverage. In the event of death, a sum is paid to the surviving dependents. Here, too, the amount varies depending on the insurance contract and can be adjusted individually. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Some insurers also offer combination packages that combine protection against occupational disability and death. These are often less expensive than individual policies. <\/li>\n<li>However, it is important to inform yourself carefully before taking out an insurance policy and to compare different offers. <\/li>\n<li>An insurance broker or independent insurance consultant can help you find the right offer. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It is therefore important to think about your own protection in good time and to obtain the necessary protection with an insurance policy. <\/p>\n<h2>Protection against occupational disability and death: What you should look out for?<\/h2>\n<p>When choosing insurance for protection against occupational disability and death, there are some important aspects you should pay attention to. The importance of these insurances is often underestimated, but serious illnesses or a fatal accident can lead to considerable financial difficulties for the person concerned and his or her family.<\/p>\n<p>First, you should consider what type of protection is best for you. There are different types of insurance, such as occupational disability insurance or term life insurance. You should check in detail which risks are already covered by your existing insurances and which additional benefits you need.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Check the terms and conditions of the insurance carefully to ensure that any exclusions or limitations are not relevant to your individual case.<\/li>\n<li>Plan your coverage early and check regularly to see if changes in your life situation will affect your coverage needs. Planning early can also help you take advantage of lower rates.<\/li>\n<li>Remember that the amount of insurance premiums also depends on the level of coverage you want. Carefully consider the financial burdens that may arise in the event of the loss of the main breadwinner or occupational disability, and select the protection accordingly.<\/li>\n<li>Make sure you can service the insurance premiums on a permanent basis. It may be advisable to pay smaller premiums and choose a longer term of insurance in order to ensure reliable coverage in the long term.<\/li>\n<li>Last but not least: compare offers from different insurers and choose the offer with the best price-performance ratio.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p> By following these tips, you can make an informed decision regarding your coverage for occupational disability and death.<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align:center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/richmondhumanists.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/745\/2023\/04\/provide-for-the-emergency_1.jpg\" alt=\"Provide for the emergency\" title=\"Provide for the emergency\" width=\"645\" height=\"355\"><\/div>\n<h2>Optimal protection against occupational disability and death<\/h2>\n<p>There are a number of ways to insure yourself optimally against occupational disability and death. First, it is important to purchase disability insurance coverage. This provides financial protection in the event that you are no longer able to carry out your profession due to illness or accident. Term life insurance is also advisable in order to protect surviving dependents in the event of death.<\/p>\n<p>In addition, private accident insurance can be useful, as it offers financial assistance in the event of permanent damage. Dread disease insurance, or critical illness insurance, can be worthwhile if you want to be covered for certain serious illnesses.<\/p>\n<p>It is also important to regularly review your insurance policies and adjust them if necessary, especially if your life circumstances change. You should seek advice on this.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Tips for getting the best coverage:<\/li>\n<li>Take out occupational disability insurance<\/li>\n<li>Term life insurance for survivors<\/li>\n<li>Private accident insurance for permanent damage<\/li>\n<li>Dread disease or serious illness insurance<\/li>\n<li>Regular review and adjustment of insurance contracts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Optimal protection against occupational disability and death can thus be achieved through a combination of different insurances. It is important to consider individual needs and life circumstances.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Disability and death are issues that each of us would rather suppress. 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