Employer Termination Medical Leave

Summary

Louisiana law mandates reasonable accommodations for disabilities. If terminated despite applying for medical leave, it could be a violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Review your employers medical leave policy and consider consulting an employment attorney for personalized advice.

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hob wants to terminate despite applying for medical leave
Hello ****, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Louisiana law requires employers to reasonably accommodate an employee's disability. However, it's important to know more details. Are you on a contract, and does it include provisions for medical leave?
full time job
Hello ****, Louisiana is an 'at-will' state, which means an employer can terminate an employee for any reason. However, if you've applied for medical leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), they might be violating federal laws. Can you confirm if you're eligible for FMLA?
i am not sure
Hello ****, to be eligible for FMLA, you need to have worked for your employer for at least 12 months, and for at least *,* hours during the last 12 months. Additionally, your employer must have at least * employees. Can you confirm if these conditions apply to you?
no
Hello ****, If you don't meet the FMLA criteria, it's important to review your employer's policy on medical leave. Also, if your termination is due to your medical condition, it may be considered disability discrimination under the Americans with Disabilities Act.