I'm an EA to the CEO of my company and have been having persistent health issues resulting in sick days. Long story short I've discovered a serious disease and when I spoke with my boss it seemed like my job was on the line because of having to take time off to deal with this. If I keep pushing without treatment I will end up in a really bad way. Otherwise, I am a high performer. I'm in an at will state--any advice?
There has to be laws protecting you.
They cannot fire you because of your sickness. Can you take a sabbatical leave to get your treatment done?
That's the conversation that I had. They pushed for time lines as of my return and I don't have those yet. They were clearly frustrated and said that we needed to have a talk upon my return. Mentioned current business pressures and needing an EA that they can rely on.
Talk to an attorney. They can’t fire you due to sickness but many CXOs are plain a**holes. Worked with many closely and most are bullies
Agreed I've seen it happen before. This is completely against all of their core values that they hold everyone to. I've seen him fire people just for assuming that they're going to put in a two weeks.
But don’t lose courage. Talk to an attorney- medical leave is protected but can’t protect you after that. You may be able to negotiate a package.
Wow... I would consult with a lawyer specializing in workplace issues.
If you are taking FMLA you will have to given equivalent or same position upon return
Why did you tag Indeed?
Because I know some people there and it seems like they have honorable hr practices. I work at a company in the same industry.
File for FMLA as soon as possible (for the job protection), and depending on your state you’d be eligible for short term disability and/or paid family and medical leave. They’re required to show effort of reasonable accommodation if you’re medically fit to return for some work.
Can they fire after fmla period but while short term disability covers if?
How many people work at your company? If your company is small enough might not have to follow FMLA.
Fmla exists for a reason (assuming us based)
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