QUESTION
What are my rights if I lose my employment due to being out with a non-bearing foot disability
Asked on Oct 06th, 2020 on Labor and Employment - Connecticut
More details to this question:
I had to have surgery in order to save my foot due to Charcot foot problem because of my diabetes and neuropathy. I informed my employer with a note to the approximate amount of time I will need to cover by my surgeon. I also informed them I would help Out from home or any way possible. I am confined to a bed, recliner or wheelchair. The office is not wheelchair accessible.
1 ANSWER
You may have a case under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). However there are many elements and time limits that must be observed in order to succesfully navigate throught suche a case. My office would be happy to speak with you further regarding a potential claim. 203.870.6700. You can also go to the following link provided by the Connecticut Judicial Branch to review and read more about this process. https://www.jud.ct.gov/ada/Grievance_Proc_SuperiorCourt.pdf
Answered on Oct 09th, 2020 at 7:27 AM
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