Many other associates have doctors notes and they accomodated them, but for me they said I will lose my status, benefits, etc. On call is like saying goodbye nicely. I have worked there 8 1/2 years. I feel discriminated against since others did not have same outcome. Is this legal? What if my doctor puts me off work for 1 month to get better before 4/1 (the date my status changes?)
2007-03-14 17:18:06 · 9 answers · asked by Cici M 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
First, as someone who suffers from fibromyalgia, I understand the Dr.'s advice.
I would certainly discuss this matter with an attorney that deals with work-related/employment issues.
The one thing I want you to remember is that many people (as well as Dr's and nurses) do not think that fibromyalgia is a 'real disease'. They think it's psychosomatic.... so there's part of your problem.
I think you might want to ask yourself a few questions:
1) When did the symptoms begin?
2) Do I really want to be in this company if they have written me off so quickly after all of the years of service I've given them?
3) Are there any other medical options (prescription treatment).
I was put on Tramadol, which helped me considerably, and I was able to function at work without 1/2 the pain.
Best of luck
2007-03-14 17:25:24 · answer #1 · answered by Susan H 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I also have fibro and CFS and work for the government and they can give more grief than you can imagine. So I do understand and you need to get your FMLA paperwork filed immediately that will save your job. Also get a good labor attorney. There are all sorts of Fibromyalgia websites and links that can assist you with all of this. You can either type in fibromyagia or look it up on Google. Or go to WebMD and there is a wealth of knowledge to assist you. Working for the government and having to fight for every minute of time that I am due has been a battle and I am glad that all of these sites were available to me. Also feel free to email me anytime and I will do what I can to assist you. Good luck and God Bless!!!
2007-03-14 17:31:35 · answer #2 · answered by Cindy Roo 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its called "constructive dismissal when they change the terms of your employment without your agreement.
If I were you, I would sue them - especially since it looks like they are discriminating against your disability.
I cannot find any American wesites about this so I dont know if you can sue them in USA. It seems to be a British thing as I can only find British, Canadian & Australian websites.
I am in Canada. You need to talk to a lawyer.
2007-03-14 17:52:50 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Without knowing what happened with the other employees, it's hard to deduce in your situation. However, regardless of company policy, the way the company has consistently treated workers in similar situations is what stands up legally. So if other people were treated differently with similar issues, regardless of company policy you may have a case. Go see a lawyer.
2007-03-14 17:54:11 · answer #4 · answered by zeebarista 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
as long as you have a written doctors note your company has to abide by this. i also have this condition and a lot of people think its in our heads. I am limited to work up to 8 hours a day. fibromyalgia isnt something that will change but making small changes in your food or daily products will help. Tramadol works for me well.
2007-03-14 17:25:14 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not sure what your employers policy is but I took off a sick leave for the same reason. I did get well enough to return in about 6 weeks. I do have sick day coverage for this kind of situation though
2007-03-14 17:23:54 · answer #6 · answered by Carole J 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If i was you i would get a free legal consult from a lawyer.. alot of people dont think fibro is a serious disease they think it is a fake one.. well its very real, and i think as long as you have a note your place of employment has to hold your job. but like i said get a free consult from a lawyer.. and be prepared to sue for discrimination..
2007-03-14 17:23:30 · answer #7 · answered by nurse_driller 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Chronic fatigue sucks huh? Never heard of the other thing though.
2007-03-14 17:45:09 · answer #8 · answered by Simon 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
OMG. I'm sorry. Really, I am. You may be a nice peson, but I'd let you go in an instant. You sound like a self absorbed whiner.
2007-03-14 17:23:05 · answer #9 · answered by John L 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋