reclaiming esa after failed medical

[jacobina]

Hello,

 

I'm new to this, just found this site which is really helpful and informative so hope I can get some good advice.

 

I was claiming ESA after becoming ill in the workplace and having to leave my employment. Went for the 'Medical' assessment (very stressful and bordering on bullying tactics) which failed me 4 months ago. I didn't go on to appeal as basically too stressed to deal with the procedures involved and did not sign on for JSA asknew i was not fit to work. Can I re-apply for ESA - Dr has continually signed me off since failed medical and just signed me off for a further 3 months. Be grateful for any advice.

[honeybee13]

Hello there, welcome to CAG. I don't think you can reclaim immediately, but you should be able to later. There's a lapse of 6 months to reclaim [i think I'm right] but I never remember when the 6 months run from.

 

There's a Benefits forum here and you will get the advice you need from the forum members there. I'll ask the site team to move your thread.

 

My best, HB

[rebel11]

Thread moved.

[leemack]

Yes, unless your condition deteriorates or you have a new condition, you need to wait 6 months from the date on the letter telling you you'd failed your assessment.