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Equality Act
These assessments determine whether a claimant meets the statutory definition of disability under Section 6 of the Equality Act 2010. Expert evidence is used to confirm if a physical or mental impairment has a substantial and long-term adverse effect on an individual’s ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities.
Overview
When this report is required
- Harassment or victimisation cases involving protected characteristics
- Disputed disability status within Employment Tribunal proceedings
- Reasonable adjustment litigation requiring evidence of “substantial disadvantage”
- Discrimination arising from disability claims under Section 15
What the expert assesses
- Presence of a physical or mental impairment
- Adverse effect on day-to-day activities
- Long-term nature of the condition (12+ months)
- Effect of “deduced effects” (excluding medication/treatment)
- Proportionality of proposed workplace adjustments
Report specification
| Element | Detail |
|---|---|
| Assessment Setting | Clinic, Remote |
| Court Acceptance | Employment Tribunal, County Court |
| Compliance | CPR Part 35 |
CPR Part 35 Compliant
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Urgent Instructions
Specialist expertise
Consultant Psychiatrist
Practitioner Psychologist
Occupational Health Physician
While these are the primary specialists engaged for this instruction type, please note that every case turns on
its own facts. Complex or multi-disciplinary cases may require a bespoke team of experts. Our case managers will
review your specific instruction to ensure the correct clinical match.