Add Comment Question: I am in IT and have been working on line from home for about 3 years. I can not drive, and have trouble standing. I am 68 years old. My company has now asked me to come in and work from the office. It is a one and a half hour drive each way, and my legs can not handle the drive. Can they dismiss me for refusing to come into the office to work? Answer: They can dismiss you, but would owe you severance. For you, that would easily be the equivalent of 6 months pay, and potentially more. In light of the fact that there are medical reasons preventing you from going to the office, this may be a human rights matter as well. I recommend that you provide your employer with a doctor's note that confirms that you cannot come to the office for medical reasons. If they insist or if you are let go, please call me right away. Your Comment * Your Email * Your Name * Your City Note, your name, city and email is not displayed on the website. It is used to notify you that we have approved your comment.