Epilepsy PIP 2019

IHaveEpilepsy81

I would like to see if anyone has success story’s via a tribunal with case law being used.  

saz11

@IHaveEpilepsy81

Hi just thought i would give you a quick update. I heard today my MR decision has been successful. Here,s hoping we hear many more success stories. 

atlas46

Hi @IHaveEpilepsy81

Have a look at Disability Rights UK, they have a caselaw section and provide an easily understood narrative.

You should seek face to face advice from a welfare rights officer.

Keep us informed.

Best wishes

IHaveEpilepsy81

Thank you guys and well done @saz11 what further medical evidence did you send in order for them to change their decision and what activities were you awarded in if you don't mind sharing.  

saz11

@IHaveEpilepsy81

Hi i didn't send in anymore evidence just a covering letter explaining in detail how my disability affects me. I believe the detailed information i gave them helped in giving them a better understanding of how my disability affects my daily life in assisting them scoring my capabilities. I kept the letter to my health issues only and i thnk i came across in a clam , polite manner.

I was awarded a further 2 points for cooking and preparing food: i previously scored 1c now 1e

I already had enhanced mobility award.

Hope this helps and if you need any further help please just let me know.

April2018mom

I am tagging @poppy123456 as she will be able to help you

poppy123456

Thanks. There's no other advice i can offer, other than what's already been given in previous comments by others.

saz11

@poppy123456

Hi Poppy i agree i don't know of any other advise you could give

I am fortunate enough to have been successful with my MR  Hopefully @IHaveEpilepsy81 you have more success at tribunal.

IHaveEpilepsy81

I am only 2 points short and I feel in the cooking part I should receive this at tribunal given I have no warning to a seizure but thanks to all of you who have commented and offered advice.  

Best wishes 

saz11

@IHaveEpilepsy81

Do you know when your tribunal is yet ? 
 

saz11

@woodbine

I would have thought you would have had a decision by now i hope they go with the report and award you.
I had to endure the dreaded MR but fortunately on Friday i found out i had been successful. I hope to hear more successful outcomes in the future.

IHaveEpilepsy81

Just to update you guys I had my tribunal today.  I got enhanced enhanced.  Judge was adamant that the case law regarding uncontrolled epilepsy is very clear at tribunal stage.  Good luck to anyone fighting the DWP!!

saz11

@IHaveEpilepsy81

That is absolutely fantastic news....i am so happy for you.

I know it has been a real struggle for you having to fight this but look how strong you have been and won.

You went with what you believed what was correct and fair and the outcome speaks for itself. Well done you ? x 

IHaveEpilepsy81

Thank you it’s not something I would recommend I waited almost 18 months in total and unfortunately became more ill than I was but it’s over.  Thanks for your support and all your comments 

Chloe_Alumni

Hi @IHaveEpilepsy81! That's amazing news!! Thank you for updating us!

saz11

@IHaveEpilepsy81

No i totally understand not recommended going through the MR was stressful enough.

Time now to concentrate on getting your health back on track and enjoying life.

Keep smiling happy days ahead ??