DLA

I have a client whose DLA was reduced on review, she appealled against the decision and had a visit from 'the doctor' who ruled she was inelligable for DLA. Her payments of DLA have been stopped pending the decision of the Appeal Tribunal. This is the first time I have come across this and having discussed the matter with the DWP, they are adamant that the client's claim is in effect suspended pending the tribunal ruling. Is anyone aware of anything that can be done to re-instate payments pending the appeal or can the tribunal process be made quicker rather than having to wait the normal 5-8 months in our region?

BOB WINGERATH wrote:

I have a client whose DLA was reduced on review, she appealled against the decision and had a visit from 'the doctor' who ruled she was inelligable for DLA. Her payments of DLA have been stopped pending the decision of the Appeal Tribunal. This is the first time I have come across this and having discussed the matter with the DWP, they are adamant that the client's claim is in effect suspended pending the tribunal ruling. Is anyone aware of anything that can be done to re-instate payments pending the appeal or can the tribunal process be made quicker rather than having to wait the normal 5-8 months in our region?

Hi,

After the Medical, a formal Reconsideration must have been made in order to stop the Benefit. The client should have been informed of the result of the reconsideration by letter.

It doesn't happen often, but it does happen where a recon can result in a lower/nil award. Hence we always advise members of this possibility.

Re the wait for an appeal, it maybe possible to 'queue jump' on grounds of severe hardship (The TS will require proof) however there is often still a wait in anycase.

Offering to accept a short notice appeal is often the key to a reduced waiting time.

Pete

Hi
this post has worried me sick , as ive just asked for a review as I need more help as I now have MS on top of all my other medical problems, If I lose my hrm I will lose my car.

lily321 wrote:

Hi
this post has worried me sick , as ive just asked for a review as I need more help as I now have MS on top of all my other medical problems, If I lose my hrm I will lose my car.

Hi L321,

There is always some risk involved, even if it may be small.

Please try not to worry too much, as we are not aware of the personal circumstances of the claimant mentioned in the OP post.

No two claims will ever be alike.

bro58