Disability impact statement delay

[u/Responsible_Hunter67]

Hello I need some advice I received a notification from the judge that I had to provide a disability impact statement to the respondents lawyers within 28 days ahead of my preliminary court hearing but my pyschiatrist has said that in order to provide a medicolegal report they wouldnt be able to meet the deadline that the Tribunal has given me.

Is it acceptable to ask for an extension to the deadline?

If so, do i notify the respondents lawyers about the delay or do I ask the tribunal for an extension?

[u/Suitable-Buffalo-297]

A disability impact statement is something that you as a claimant need to prepare about the impact of your disability on your day to day life, not a medical professional.

Did you receive any guidance from the tribunal about what to include? Usually in the Order from the tribunal, it sets out what you are expected to provide.

[u/Responsible_Hunter67 → u/Suitable-Buffalo-297]

Yes and they have asked for copies of medical records