Legal Question in Disability Law in Florida

Medical Leave in Florida

I'm disabled American-born Hispanic female with birth defect called PFFD, had several major surgeries throughout my life and worked in several jobs for 32 yrs. In Jan 2009, I had my 2nd hip replacement and recuperation has been difficult for my 53 yr old body (left leg amputation in 1964, right hip replaced in 1995, victim of crime in 2004, and arthritis is spreading through my body). I work for large company in Orlando area for 3.5 yrs and paid my insurance each weekly pay check (I'm single, no children and been an orphan since 13). My 12th week of med leave is approaching and I'm still not doing very good as well as having other health issues develop during my leave. Employer has scheduled 50 hr graveyard week upon my return and I cannot do it. I have FMLA for my disability since 2006 at said job; this is my first medical leave for said surgery. Honestly, it's becoming difficult for me to work full-time; my health is worsening. Said employer has union but I did not join. What are my rights? Where can I look for financial assistance (preparing to file chap 7 bankruptcy for past medical & credit card debts over $50,000). Thank you in advance for any advice.


Asked on 4/08/09, 10:33 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Alan Wagner Wagner, McLaughlin & Whittemore P.A.

Re: Medical Leave in Florida

You may consider joining the union if that is possible. The union usually has great contacts and assistance programs. It's hard to respond to your "what are my rights" because you have lots of them that relate to different aspects of your fruition. Bankrupcy may be an option and may be a good one, but you should sit down with a bankrupcy lawyer to discuss your options in that regard.

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Answered on 4/08/09, 11:15 am


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