Legal Question in Employment Law in Florida

Maternity question

I am 7 months pregnant and my husband has recently been relocated to another state. Since I am in my last trimester I will stay in Florida until the baby is born. Since we are relocating I know that I will not return to work after the baby is born. My problem is that our medical insurance is currently through my company. Since my husband is technically considered self employed we will have to find private insurance after I leave my job but for know I cannot be insured unless we pay COBRA. I want to leave my company on good terms and know that my leaving will put them in a difficult spot during a busy time of year. My question is, how much notice can I give them that I will not be returning to work after the birth of my baby without risking termination and losing my current benefits? (I work in Florida but my company is based out of New York)


Asked on 12/05/06, 4:04 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Lydia Cannizzo Cannizzo & Chamberlin

Re: Maternity question

COBRA benefits are available for a period of 18 months in a typical situation. There are not enough facts to determine whether you are required to give notice. Florida is a right to work state and employment is at will unless under contract. Failure to give proper notice may result in a negative reference from the company. You may wish to retain an attorney who specializes in labor and employment law to assist in reviewing your options.

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Answered on 12/07/06, 8:26 am


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