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ESA tribunal
LostInLimbo
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I asked for a paper hearing and all evidence has now been submittted to the courts from the DWP a nice 169 page bulkness. I don’t like my chances of winning. Included in the 169 pages is some of my evidence but other than a doctors letter saying how long I had depression and anxiety for and test scores to show how high they were it doesn’t really help much. I have no other medical evidence, and any other evidence i have submitted is just my words trying my best to question and argue what was wrote at the assessment. I wanted to know if the worst does happen and i lose the tribunal what can i do next would I be forced onto jobseekers or could i reapply for employment and support allowance or wouldn’t that be allowed.
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You should ask for an SoR and record of proceedings, then get trained advice to see if an error in law is present. If there is you can then apply to the UTT
You can only re apply for ESA if you have a new or significantly worstened condition
You should check to see the status of UC in your area
Subject to this you may have to apply for JSA or UC
CR
SoR - Statement of Reason
UTT - Upper Tier Tribunal
ESA - Employment and Support Allowance
UC - Universal Credit
JSA - Job Seekers Allowance
CR - CockneyRebel
You should be aware that your chances of success are a single figure percentage for a paper hearing. You’d be far better opting for an oral hearing and getting yourself a representative albeit that you’d now have to move quickly to do that.
for abbreviations you're always v helpful :-D