Understanding disability benefits for those with CES

This video focuses on disability benefits and the issues faced by people with Cauda Equina Syndrome when applying for support, particularly Personal Independence Payments (PIP).

The session is hosted by Rhiannon Daniel, partner in the Spinal Injury Claims team at Bolt Burdon Kemp. The speaker, Jane Nelson, is a welfare benefits caseworker based in Birmingham, with specialist expertise in disability benefit appeals.

Jane discusses common challenges with both the PIP application and appeals process and highlights practical considerations for claimants. Jane also assists at the Birmingham City University Law Department, where she trains law students on PIP appeals and provides benefits advice.

The information in this video is correct at the time of filming in October 2025.