If I’m currently receiving disability benefits due to work related stressors causing medical conditions, will I lose my benefits if I resign?
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If I’m currently receiving disability benefits due to work related stressors causing medical conditions, will I lose my benefits if I resign?
I am wondering if my medical conditions will resolve if I don’t have this position and situation looming over me. But I don’t want to jeopardize my ability to heal and maintain my finances.
Asked on June 14, 2012 under Employment Labor Law, California
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Potentially you will lose your disability benefits if you resign your position from work. Since you are receiving the benefits due to work related stressors, I suggest that you consult with your treating physician about your condition and whether or not you need a leave of absence from work due to your condition or not.
I also suggest that you consult with an attorney who practices in the area of employment law before you make a decision to resign or not and if you resign, what impact such will have on the disability benefits that you are presently receiving.
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