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

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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.

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Answered on 3/10/09, 9:30 am


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