Disability Impact Statement Guidance

Summary

In an employment tribunal, your disability impact statement is used to support your claim. However, the respondents solicitor may scrutinize it to challenge your case. Ensure your statement is accurate, consistent, and truthful. Be prepared to explain how your symptoms affect your work. Consult your solicitor for advice on presenting your information effectively.

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Can these information be used against me by their solicitor 'My moderate to severe sleep apnoea significantly impacts my daily life and overall well-being. I often wake up feeling extremely tired and unrefreshed, even after a full night’s sleep. This persistent fatigue affects my ability to concentrate and focus at work, making it difficult to complete tasks accurately and efficiently. I find myself needing frequent breaks throughout the day to rest, as the constant tiredness is overwhelming. I also struggle with mood swings and irritability, which affects my relationships with colleagues and family. Simple conversations or interactions can feel draining, and I often feel frustrated or disconnected from those around me. On days when I have had poor sleep due to apnoea episodes during the night, I feel disoriented and have trouble processing information, which further impacts my productivity. For example, I might forget appointments, misplace documents, or struggle to follow through with instructions. Additionally, my physical health is also impacted, as I often experience headaches, dry mouth, and a sore throat upon waking up, which persists throughout the day. These symptoms make it harder for me to maintain energy levels, and I sometimes find it challenging to participate in physical activities or social events.
Hi ****! I understand your concern. To provide the best guidance, could you please specify the context in which you provided this information? For example, was it in a medical or employment-related scenario?
I am writing my disability impact statement
Hi ****! Thank you for providing the context. Generally, a disability impact statement is used to convey how your condition affects your daily life and work.
Here are some points to consider:
- Ensure the information accurately describes your condition and its impact.
- Be honest and detailed to strengthen your case.
- This information is typically used to support your claim, not against you.
Is this statement for a particular application or legal procedure?
for solicitor as per employment tribunal order to supply them with my medical evidence for the preparation for preliminary hearing
Hi ****! Thank you for clarifying. Here are some key points regarding your disability impact statement for the employment tribunal:
- Ensure your statement is accurate and detailed, clearly conveying how your condition impacts your daily life and work.
- This information is generally used to support your claim.
- Your solicitor can help frame the information effectively.
Is there anything specific you are worried about regarding the use of this information?
Can my health symptoms i write about be used against me by respondent's solicitor?
Hi ****! I understand your concern. In an employment tribunal, the information you provide is primarily used to support your claim. However, the respondent's solicitor could scrutinize the details to challenge or question your case. Here are some points to consider:
- Ensure your statement is consistent and truthful.
- Be prepared to explain how your symptoms affect your work.
- Consult your solicitor for advice on presenting your information effectively.
If you need more guidance, please let me know!