Securing a Pension Increase Through the Courts
Civilian retirees who began receiving their pensions between 2021 and 2025 have a legal pathway to claim a significant increase. Lawyer Ivan Khomych highlights substantial unpaid indexation and notes a high success rate for cases in this category. This legal avenue opened after the Supreme Court issued a landmark ruling on January 13, 2025, establishing a new judicial precedent. The next hearing for case N320/51895/25 is scheduled for March 4, 2025.
Calculating the Shortfall and the Need for Action
Published data indicates that the cumulative unpaid indexation coefficient for 2021 retirees reaches 84%. After accounting for partial payments already made, the actual potential pension increase is approximately 70%. For a pension of 6,544 UAH, this 70% boost translates to an additional 4,580 UAH monthly. The indexation coefficients for the relevant years are as follows:
- 1.14 (2022)
- 1.197 (2023)
- 1.0796 (2024)
- 1.115 (2025)
- 1.121 (2026)
Multiplying these coefficients yields a total of 1.84.
Ivan Khomych's law firm reports a near-perfect win rate for these pension cases. Khomych urges immediate action for eligible retirees:
Don't wait. Nothing will change in 2026 or 2027. Act now. — Ivan Khomych
He further stated, 'We prepared four scientific expert conclusions. We won this case in the Supreme Court. And if it weren't for our law firm, none of you would have the opportunity to receive an increased pension.' The legal review process typically takes about a year to eighteen months. Case N320/51895/25 involves an appeal of Resolution 821, demonstrating active legal advocacy on this issue. This situation underscores how Ukrainian courts are increasingly being called upon to resolve social welfare disputes affecting retirees.
Recent developments in pension indexation litigation highlight the growing role of the judiciary in addressing critical social issues. As this legal precedent is still being shaped, monitoring upcoming hearings and rulings is crucial, as they could impact the financial well-being of thousands. The outcome of case N320/51895/25 may set a powerful example for other pensioners seeking fair resolution regarding their pension provisions.