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I am on long term disability and going through psychiatric treatment as well as participating in day treatment at the local hospital. Ignoring the clinical reports of my doctors, insurance provider has suspended the claim and asked me to re-appeal. As a result the employer has terminated my employment of 15years. What are my rights?
Thank you for your question. There are two issues here. First, the insurance company did not have a right to cut you off disability, if your doctor says that you are still not well enough to work. Insurance companies often do this because they hope the individual will do nothing about it. Second, your employer did not have a right to let you go. By letting you go, they have potentially violated the Human Rights Code and they certainly also owe you significant severance. It is extremely important that you call me to discuss this matter. If handled properly, this can be easily resolved.