Legal Definitions - nonoccupational

Definition: Nonoccupational refers to something that is not related to one's job or occupation. It can also refer to a general-disability policy that provides benefits to an individual whose disability prevents them from working at any occupation.

• Going to the gym is a nonoccupational activity for me because it is not related to my job.
• John was unable to work due to his disability, so he applied for a nonoccupational disability policy.

The first example illustrates the first part of the definition, where nonoccupational refers to something that is not related to one's job. Going to the gym is a personal activity that is not related to one's work or occupation.

The second example illustrates the second part of the definition, where nonoccupational refers to a disability policy that provides benefits to individuals who cannot work at any occupation. John's disability prevented him from working, so he applied for a nonoccupational disability policy that would provide him with benefits.