tribunal for pip

[Juciy123]

so I have requested a tribunal for PIP case and just received a letter to say it has been adjourned because they couldn’t come to a decision and would like me to attend face to face so the can give me the opportunity to speak answer questions . Because I work as a teaching assistant and drive to work they cant come to an agreed conclusion. I didn’t attend just sent evidence etc of my fibromyalgia and anxiety etc.

I am going to attend now because I have more evidence as I now attend a pain clinic . Also to prove that I won’t to still work but how it is effecting me on a daily basis and should not be penalised for driving working etc. .

Have you come across this before .

[Dinkie]

All I would say is get someone who is au fait with tribunals and can prompt you and help you answer in the correct way. There will of course be a fee for them doing it but well worth having some of the anxiety taken off your shoulders. There are various charities and companies out there who know the tribunal system inside out. A relative of mine used a company who allowed a payment plan and he managed to get him enhanced rate on both.

As regards the pain clinic, often tribunals will not take into account anything that has happened after the initial paperwork was submitted as your assessment was done on the available evidence at that time and not subsequently and you are appealing against that decision. Please seek expert advice to help you get the best result.

[Juciy123 in reply to Dinkie]

hello I have an update I have received a date in March for my tribunal which they want me to attend in person so to gives me chance to express myself explain in person a few matters on my report where there was a few contradictions on evidence etc c .

I have also send off more evidence medical etc as it is now 28 months since I applied for pip in the first place . They are saying because I drive and work .. I must be fit and well and can plan a journey. I have done the same route for 20 years so it doesn’t cause me anxiety and I can hold a conversation. At work because I have worked with the sabe people etc . I am familiar to my surroundings being there for 20 years . And just because I have a disability I am an intelligent person etc x

[Dinkie in reply to Juciy123]

Are you being represented at the tribunal? It’s quite a stressful and traumatic situation. An advocate can steer you and use the “right” phrases and take the pressure off by either putting your point across or clarifying the situation.

Good luck I do hope you get the correct decision.

[Juciy123 in reply to Dinkie]

No I haven’t. I will be taking my mum who helps me daily etc . However things have changed with her health and she is unable to help me with my cleaning etc now .

Do you have to pay for an advocate?

[Dinkie in reply to Juciy123]

Mostly yes. Some do payment plans some ask for donations, some take a percentage rate of back payments. Try benefits and work, scope, turn2us. My relative used a very good guy in Wales (he does travel). Contact as many as you can to see who can help.

[Juciy123 in reply to Dinkie]

hi Dinkie … I should have a tribunal hearing and attending in person on Monday . However today I received a letter it’s been cancelled by the judge and they will be back in touch with a further date. The time before this date it was adjourned on the June 2024 because there was a conflict of interest from the assessment to the fact that I work /drive and wanted me to attend face to face to explain. Since the adjournment and waiting for a new date I have had lots of medical evidence that I have forwarded which does answer probably the conflicts on the assessment etc . My claim is for my fibromyalgia and anxiety. What are your thoughts on this have you ever heard of this happening . Many thanks Sarah x . Hope you are well x

[Dinkie in reply to Juciy123]

Not uncommon and I think it plays into your case quite well if they can’t get their act together. You may find they decide to throw the towel in and give you an award. My relative got a text to say they had withdrawn from the tribunal and would reinstate the original award. They went from enhanced to standard then back to enhanced.

[Juciy123 in reply to Dinkie]

Hopefully yes I get awarded it’s my first ever claim from back in May 2023. And to be honest it’s a bit naughty leaving it till today to cancel without reason . I was prepared to have the day off work .

Thank you

Will keep you updated . X

[Dinkie in reply to Juciy123]

It’s stressful indeed but hopefully you are now on the home run

[Juciy123 in reply to Juciy123]

Could I just ask as new to all this will they go back to the DWP with my evidence that in sent for the hearing etc . How does it work , it’s all about as clear as mud to me , it’s very draining as I was all ready with notes for Monday etc . Hope they don’t leave me too long waiting .

[Dinkie in reply to Juciy123]

Ring the DWP and ask them if they have copies of the documents- they should have as they need to be represented at the tribunal and be aware of all facts. You could also get information as to why the judge cancelled it. Some employees at the DWP are very accommodating and will check things for you.

[Juciy123 in reply to Dinkie]

Thank you . Will do just that . X

[Juciy123 in reply to Dinkie]

Yes it is strange . Cause it just says judge postponed. Will contact with a new date for hearing . Would like some answers to why

[Juciy123 in reply to Dinkie]

this is the reason for postponing. I am so upset . As now it will be put back again

Back and white

[Dinkie in reply to Juciy123]

I would contact one of the charities or benefits and work and take their advice. Simply not good enough. One had to wonder why the panel member has been excluded

[Juciy123 in reply to Dinkie]

Well from what I can see is that it was the same judge from when it got adjourned last time. I looked on my paper work and looked on line at the hearing panel names for today .

[Juciy123 in reply to Dinkie]

hi just popping on as an update .I was due my tribunal hearing tomorrow which has been cancelled twice and guess what they just cancelled again saying the judge is unwell and they can’t find replacement . I am

Absolutely fuming . I applied 2 years ago for my pip claim

And it’s been a full year waiting for the hearing .

How can they cancel 3 times ?

[Dinkie in reply to Juciy123]

Have a look at the benefits and work website they may have come across similar problems. I would be inclined to contact your MP

[Juciy123 in reply to Dinkie]

How would my MP be able to help ? In what way etc . Thanks

[Dinkie in reply to Juciy123]

They can write asking for information as to why etc and push for expedited hearing

[Juciy123 in reply to Juciy123]

Many thanks

[Abergele]

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[Nelly1]

I lost points originally because I drive but I asked them to read through it properly. And I responded.

“Yes I drive” but if you read through my answers properly you will see that I purchased an automatic car because It caused so much pain to continue to drive a manual car.

They did award me the points back.

I also lost points because they said I was smartly dressed and well kempt.

Again I responded.

“Just because I am unwell” it doesn’t mean that I no longer want to take pride in my appearance.

My partner does all the washing and ironing so what difference does it make if I am smart or scruffy.

Just because I’m smart doesn’t mean that I am not in constant pain.

Good luck 🤞

[Juciy123 in reply to Nelly1]

this is very helpful thank you .

[Bolognese2022]

Hi Juicy 123

I had something similar when I last applied, had the interview over the telephone and didn't get PIP. One of the reasons was because I could drive.

However someone on here suggested looking at Charlie Anderson on You tube. She gives lots of advice, look at the one for Mandatory reconsideration, very helpful.

Also I would suggest check what your GP but on the form they have to complete for PIP, mine only put one condition on. I have several disabilities she failed to add?