Author: Contend Legal
How PIP and Universal Credit Work Together: What You Need to Know
Introduction to PIP and Universal Credit Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and Universal Credit are two separate benefits in the UK, each designed to help people in different circumstances. Understanding how these benefits work individually – and how they interact – can make a significant difference if you’re managing a disability or long-term health condition alongside…
PIP vs DLA: Key Differences, Eligibility and How to Claim
What are PIP and DLA? What are PIP and DLA? Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and Disability Living Allowance (DLA) are both UK benefits designed to help people with disabilities or long-term health conditions manage the extra costs of daily life. While they share a similar purpose, there are important differences in who can claim them,…
Moving from DLA to PIP
Introduction to Moving from DLA to PIP Moving from Disability Living Allowance (DLA) to Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is a significant change for many adults in the UK who rely on disability benefits. DLA was a benefit designed to help with the extra costs of living with a disability or long-term health condition. However, the…
Interplay with Other Benefits: Legal Overview
Understanding Personal Independence Payment (PIP) Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is a benefit designed to help people aged 16 to State Pension age who have a long-term health condition or disability that affects their daily living or mobility. Unlike some other benefits, Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is not means-tested, which means your income or savings do…
What to Expect at a PIP Tribunal Hearing: Your Rights and Next Steps
Introduction to the Tribunal Hearing Introduction to the Tribunal Hearing A tribunal hearing is a formal, independent process where an impartial panel reviews your appeal against a Personal Independence Payment (PIP) decision. If you disagree with the outcome of your mandatory reconsideration, you have the right to take your case further by applying to a…
How to Request a Mandatory Reconsideration for a PIP Decision
What is Mandatory Reconsideration? What is Mandatory Reconsideration? Mandatory reconsideration is the first formal step you must take if you want to challenge a decision about your Personal Independence Payment (PIP). If you disagree with the outcome of your PIP assessment – whether your claim was refused, you were awarded a lower rate than expected,…
Appealing Against the Decision
Understanding the Appeal Process Appealing a Personal Independence Payment (PIP) decision means you are formally asking for the decision to be looked at again because you believe it was incorrect or unfair. This process is your legal right if you disagree with the outcome of your claim, whether it relates to your eligibility, the amount…
Challenging a PIP Decision: Legal Overview
Understanding Personal Independence Payment (PIP) Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is a benefit designed to help people aged 16 to State Pension age who have a long-term health condition or disability that affects their daily living or mobility. Understanding how PIP works is essential before you consider challenging a decision, as it helps you identify where…
Personal Independence Payment (PIP): UK Legal Guide
What is Personal Independence Payment (PIP)? Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is a UK benefit designed to support people aged 16 or over who are living with a long-term health condition or disability. Its main purpose is to help with some of the extra costs you might face if your condition makes daily living or getting…
Motability Scheme
What is the Motability Scheme? What is the Motability Scheme? The Motability Scheme is a government-backed programme in the UK designed to help people with disabilities become more mobile and independent. It allows eligible individuals to lease a new car, scooter, or powered wheelchair by using their qualifying disability benefits, making it easier to access…
