Posted by BarbaraCat on August 1, 2002, at 1:49:01
In reply to Am I Being Awful? (sorry long), posted by mair on July 31, 2002, at 17:33:15
Hmmmm, what a dilemma. I've been in your secretary's position myself and went out on disability in May 2001 for fibromyalgia. My work performance was suffering badly and I was literally dying from the stress of the job. As soon as I thought I was ready to come back the following November, I was laid off immediately. Even though I suspected it, it still hurt. But truth is, I would have crumbled in less than a month.
Your secretary probably should not return to work feeling as she does. I think your position is sound. It's a shame how businesses do not consider the individual and must follow the bottom line, but in this economic climate that's the way it is. If she's on disability or FMLA you need to consider the legal ramifications of letting her go. If she asks for accomodations in support of her disability then you're treading on very confusing legal terrain under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Perhaps cutting the string now will hurt initially but will be the most healing choice ultimately. She can get on with her life and your company can do what's best for it's health. - Barbara
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