PIP Advice: Expert Strategy for Your Claim
Successful PIP claims are rarely the result of luck. They are the result of strategic preparation and a deep understanding of the DWP's scoring system. Our PIP advice focuses on the specific actions you can take to move your claim from a refusal to an award.
The Scoring Strategy
To win PIP, you need 8 points for a Standard award and 12 for Enhanced. Our advice helps you identify your "Strongest Descriptors" — the activities where your difficulties most clearly meet the high-scoring criteria. We help you focus your evidence on these areas to create a compelling, undeniable case for support.
Common Pitfalls to Avoid
- The "Can Do" Trap: Assessors often record what you can do on a good day, ignoring the pain and exhaustion it causes.
- Vague Statements: "I struggle to walk" scores nothing. "I cannot walk more than 20 meters without severe breathlessness and needing to stop for 2 minutes" scores points.
- Missing the Reliability Criteria: If you can't do something safely or repeatedly, the law says you can't do it at all. Most claimants forget to mention this.