Wrongful Termination Medical Leave

Summary

If you were fired while on medical leave, it could potentially be considered wrongful termination. The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) offers protection for employees in such situations. However, certain conditions must be met for the FMLA to apply. Consider consulting an employment lawyer for personalized advice.

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I was just wondering if I have a lawsuit with the company that I used to work for I was terminated at eight years. I had been on medical leave still medical leave and they terminate me. Just wanted to know if I could sue for wrongful termination since I was on medical leave when they terminated me.
Hello ****. I'm sorry to hear about your situation. To provide you with accurate information, could you please tell me which state you are in? Laws surrounding wrongful termination can vary from state to state.
Kansas
In Kansas:
- If you were fired while on medical leave, it could potentially be considered wrongful termination.
- The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) offers protection for employees in such situations.
- However, certain conditions must be met for the FMLA to apply.
Consider consulting an employment lawyer for personalized advice.