Can I be fired for missing work due to serious medical problems?
I have been working for my Employer for 7 years and I have missed alot of work for the past 2 years due to a serious medical problem. I have been out of work past the 12 week period, Now my question is Can they fire me due to the fact I have been on temp disibilty?
1 answer | asked Mar 15, 2001 8:29 PM [EST] | applies to Florida
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They should not fire you just for missing work due
In a word, no, they should not fire you just for missing work due to an illness. However, I am sure there are many other factors involved. This is a question covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act ("ADA").
From your question, I cannot tell if you have been fired, or if you just seek reassurance that they cannot fire you just for the illness. If you have been fired, you need to consult a local attorney, immediately. If you have not been fired, you STILL need to contact a local attorney to be sure you AND your employer are in compliance with the ADA.
posted by Ross M. Goodman | Feb 21, 2001 5:28 PM [EST]
In a word, no, they should not fire you just for missing work due to an illness. However, I am sure there are many other factors involved. This is a question covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act ("ADA").
From your question, I cannot tell if you have been fired, or if you just seek reassurance that they cannot fire you just for the illness. If you have been fired, you need to consult a local attorney, immediately. If you have not been fired, you STILL need to contact a local attorney to be sure you AND your employer are in compliance with the ADA.
posted by Ross M. Goodman | Feb 21, 2001 5:28 PM [EST]
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