What to do if I was relieved of my job due to the inability to obtain a doctor’s note for some injuries that I had recieved but that were not job related?
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What to do if I was relieved of my job due to the inability to obtain a doctor’s note for some injuries that I had recieved but that were not job related?
I was paid minimum wage and the company did not offer health insurance and had no company doctor. Once I informed my workplace that I could not obtain the documentation they required for me to return to work I was told that I needed to obtain it to return. This led me to do some reasearch of my own where I found out that unless the company offered insurance or a company doctor then they had no legal right to require me to have it. Once this was brought to the managers attention I was immediately fired for being a “no show” when I had informed them reguarly on my situation. How can you helpme?
Asked on January 24, 2013 under Employment Labor Law, Virginia
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Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Given the fact that your former employer seemingly was in violation of your state's laws as to providing a doctor's notice as to the injuries you had by terminating your employment I suggest that you consult with a labor law attorney and/or a representative with your local department of labor to discuss what legal recourse is your option.
On the meantime I would make a claim for unemployment benefits.
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