Sickness benefit denied to employee continuing business activity started during employment after termination.

The Supreme Court dismissed the cassation appeal against a Social Insurance Office decision ordering the return of improperly received sickness benefits. The applicant, who had been self-employed since 1981, continued this business activity after terminating his employment in April 1997. The court held that the specific provision excluding benefits for those engaging in other income-generating activities applies strictly to anyone performing such work, including those who merely continue a pre-existing business.