Legal Question in Discrimination Law in Alabama
terminal illness
can I be fired for being diagnosed with a terminal illness
Asked on 3/09/09, 8:46 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Randal Ford
Ford Firm
Re: terminal illness
I really need more facts to answer your question. If you like, call me tomorrow. 205.752.4440
Randal Ford
Answered on 3/09/09, 10:21 pm
Gerald Miller
Redden, Mills & Clark
Re: terminal illness
That is an interesting question,which cannot be fully answered without knowing more facts. If you are still able to do your job, it may violate the Americans With Disabilities Act to terminate you because of simply a diagnosis. Also, if the termination is to avoid being responsible for medical expenses or disability benefits under employer-provided benefits, that may be a violation of a federal law known as ERISA. I suggest you contact me or another attorney to discuss your situation.
Answered on 3/10/09, 9:30 am