Wrongful Termination Legal Guidance
Summary
Your situation may involve potential legal issues related to employment law, particularly concerning wrongful termination and discrimination due to a medical condition. Consider protections under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). State laws in Oregon may offer additional protections. Consulting with a local attorney can provide more detailed advice tailored to your circumstances.Full Conversation
Puja
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Jan 5th, *: I informed my manager that I need to plan for surgery.
The following * weeks - I kept my manager appraised that I'm working out my surgery dates and will share exact plan with her/apply for leave as soon as I have confirmation.
Jan *: my manager informed me that there is a 'reduction in force' due to business reasons, and my name has been selected in a lottery , and my employment is being terminated. My last working day with the organization was March *.
March 7th: I was diagnosed with 'generic anxiety disorder with panic attacks'.
Since my insurance was valid till March *, I filed a STD claim and got approved.
The lay off is probably illegal because I was planning for a surgery/medical leave. And it is also partially responsible for my mental suffering I believe.
What do you think?
It sounds like your situation may involve potential legal issues related to employment law, particularly concerning wrongful termination and discrimination due to a medical condition. Here are a few points to consider:
- Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA): You might be protected under FMLA if you were eligible, which provides leave for medical conditions.
- Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): If your anxiety disorder qualifies as a disability, you may have protection against discrimination.
- Oregon Employment Laws: State laws may provide additional protections against wrongful termination.
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