Renewing a Medical Driving Licence in the UK
Understand UK medical driving licence renewal rules for MS and disability, DVLA revocation, medical assessments, legal rights and appeals.
Disability Discrimination at Work Is Rising
Disability discrimination workplace disputes are rising in the UK. Learn about reasonable adjustments, invisible disabilities, chronic illness, neurodiversity, the Equality Act 2010 and employee rights at work.
Should PIP Awards Be Based on Disability Costs
Could basing PIP awards on disability costs discriminate against people with invisible or fluctuating conditions? We examine MS, OCD, mental health, chronic pain, neurological conditions and the true extra costs of disability.
5 Tips for Managing a Business and Chronic Pain
Learn how to run a successful business while also managing chronic pain and disability.
Can Lawyers Work From Home? Disability, Remote Legal Careers and Video-Linked Court Hearings
Can disabled lawyers work from home? Explore remote legal careers, reasonable adjustments, video court hearings and human rights law in the UK.
Can Law Students and Law Graduates Do Jury Service in the UK?
Can law students or law graduates do jury service in the UK? Learn about exemptions, reasonable adjustments, disability rights, compensation, and what happens if chronic illness or mental health affects your ability to serve.
Autoimmune Disorders, Multiple Sclerosis & Working in Retail: The Hidden Challenges Faced by Employees
An in-depth look at the challenges of working in retail with Multiple Sclerosis (MS), autoimmune disorders, visual impairments, secondary cataracts, fatigue, and eligibility for PIP benefits in the UK.
Young People on Personal Independence Payment Debate
An in-depth look at young people on Personal Independence Payment, challenging claims that some conditions are “non-work-limiting” and exploring how disabilities affect employment.
Heart Disease, Open Heart Surgery, and Eligibility for PIP
Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of illness and death worldwide. It encompasses various conditions affecting the heart, such as coronary artery disease, arrhythmias, and heart valve problems. One of the most common interventions for severe heart disease is open heart surgery, a major operation that can significantly impact a person’s life.
Ableism: Challenging Assumptions About Disability
Ableism often arises from assumptions about what disability “looks like.” Seeing someone pushing a wheelchair instead of sitting in it might lead others to assume there is nothing wrong with the person.