Report Workplace Injury Promptly

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How should I report this?
In New York State, you can report your injury to your employer in two ways:
- Verbally, through a direct conversation.
- In writing, via an email or letter, which can serve as a proof of your report.
Remember to include the date, time, and description of the incident.
Would this paragraph suffice as letting them know “People have all types of medical conditions and telling them if their leave should be continuous or intermittent is not only illegal but a detriment to people's health. Mine in particular this situation is causing my health to deteriorate significantly and it's also impacting me financially. The added financial impact has done a great disservice to my health”
Your paragraph does express your situation, but it might be more effective to clearly state the facts. I suggest:
- Indicate you suffered a workplace injury.
- Describe how the injury has affected you.
- Note the financial impact.
- Include date, time, and incident details.
Would saying something like on April 22nd I was suspended and experienced FMLA blocking due to this suspension it’s caused me great financial struggles which have severely impacted my mental health not only has the financial struggles impacted my mental health but also the blocking of my approved FMLA leave and Verizon’s refusal to allow me to use it for a condition which my doctor deemed medically necessary this blocking has greatly impacted my mental health and is causing it to deteriorate just when it was getting better. My health has gotten so bad that my doctor even suggested I think about going into a hospital however I’m unable to do that out of fear of Verizon retaliating against me again which is leaving me unable to treat my mental health condition adequately
Your paragraph provides a detailed account of your situation. However, to make it even more effective, you may want to:
- Explicitly state that you are reporting a workplace injury.
- Specify the exact nature of the injury.
- Describe how this injury is affecting your ability to perform your job tasks.
- Include details about the financial impact.
- Mention your doctor's recommendation and your fears about retaliation.
Remember, this is just general advice and it's always a good idea to consult with a lawyer for your specific circumstances.
What about on April 22nd I was suspended this suspension is causing me great financial distress which in turn has caused me great mental distress as well and has Exacerbated my mental health to the point of where my job performance is suffering greatly due to Verizon blocking me from using my approved intermittent FMLA claim which was signed by my doctor as medically necessary I’m reporting this workplaces injury today and I’d put todays date
Your revised statement is more direct and does a better job of detailing your exact situation and repercussions of the incident. However, it's important to consult with a lawyer to ensure all necessary points are covered and to understand the potential legal actions you can take.
How would you better write it?
Your statement could be further improved as follows: "On April 22nd, I was suspended from Verizon, leading to financial distress and exacerbating my mental health condition. This event has significantly impaired my job performance. Despite having an approved FMLA claim, confirmed as medically necessary by my doctor, Verizon is blocking its use. Consequently, I am reporting this workplace injury today, [insert date]." Remember, it's advisable to seek legal counsel for your specific situation.
Can you submit an intermittent FMLA cert in advance
Yes, you can submit an intermittent FMLA certification in advance if you anticipate needing it. This can help ensure that your rights are protected when you need to take intermittent leave. However, laws may vary by location, so it's advisable to consult with a legal professional in your area.