QUESTION
is it legal for an employer to terminate you while you have a WCP claim pending.
Asked on Sep 16th, 2014 on Wrongful Termination - Ohio
More details to this question:
I was a driver for an employer and had an accident in a company vehichle and am still currently unable to work due to injuries but was advised that I was terminated right after I filed a WCP claim.
1 ANSWER
You cannot be terminated for filing or pursuing a workers' compensation claim. Contact an employment attorney immediately. You only have 90 days to deliver notice to your emplloyer.
Ohio employment attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com
Answered on Sep 22nd, 2014 at 12:56 PM
Matthew J.P. Coffman The answer provided is not legal advice and it is recommended that you seek advice of an attorney. My office # is 614-949-1181.