Would you go to a tribunal for mobility ppi ?

[Loopyleeds]

Newly diagnosed RA but have chronic back problem and fibromyalgia. Had symptoms and pain for a long time over 20 yrs. Had alot of epidurals for pain relief. Symtoms can vary dramatically day to day but last 18mths been really bad. Got medical retirement which i was told was very difficult to get. Had to get a wheelchair for bad days or would be housebound. Had assessment at home for ppi but have been awarded nothing for mobility and standard rate daily living. I feel the report i have recd makes me out to be a liar as it questions things i say i am unable to do such as getting in and out of the bath. I appealed but got the same results. Would you go to the tribunal or wait and apply again in a yr ? Would value anyones opinion or exprience in this matter.

Thanx

Loopyleeds

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Hi

As an organisation we speak to far too many people who have been turned down for PIP and generally it is recommended that people do try for a reconsideration and if necessary tribunal as many people do get a much better outcome by doing this, admittedly not without the frustration of going through this process! There is a lot of good advice and help on the CAB website about the process which I would recommend to you. NRAS also produce a guide to claiming PIP which includes advice about the reconsideration and tribunal which may also be of help. If you would like a copy of this you can order on line by following this link nras.org.uk/publications/ho...

[AnneField]

I am waiting for my tribunal date as we speak. You absolutely should challenge this - tribunal success rates are very high and there is also the matter of backpay which Ajay raises. The CAB are really helpful, do make an appointment to see them. You do need specialist help with this, it's a matter of knowing the right legal things to say on your form but CAB are great at this.

Also, and I hate to go all Wolfie Smith on you, but we need to stand up to the DWP if we want things to change. A cruel and heartless organisation which drives people to suicide. The more people who go to court and say "I won't accept this", the better.

I am in the same boat as you so am here if you need a PIP bud x

[Magymay]

Hi there ,I have PSA,trochanteric bursitis and have been through all of the PIP procedures .I was awarded 6points at appeal but no points for mobility. Don't understand why when I can hardly walk for pains in my feet,my knee is twice the size it should be and my hip gives way all the time. Two of my family had knee replacements and got it no problem 😕I'm now waiting for a higher appeal as its against the law if your a danger to yourself through your mobility ,they have to give points for that.If I don't get it ,in order to get my universal credit I'll have to do voluntary work and as it is I can hardly cope with everyday living .They forget that you have side effects of the drugs to contain with aswell as your illness ..I m not very certain it will go in my favour but you have to try,hope it goes in your favour ,take care ☺