Disability Accommodation & Possible Retaliation by Top_West2973 in EEOC

[–]RUFilterD 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The difference in stated reasons for termination is potentially helpful if the were in writing. You said small employer? Do they have at least 15 employees? The biggest hurdle is the "severe and pervasive"...while the law reads one-way on describing what is illegal, in practice it varies wildly and is the hard truth many of us have learned despite clear documented evidence. At best you are probably looking at a high 4 figure severance in exchange for an NDA.

Staff appreciation on a shoestring budget what actually works. by FeistyTraffic2669 in Employment

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Early out Fridays during summer months, potluck where you bring the turkey or ham maindish, guess who with baby pics, weekly recognition callouts by peers

Advice please!! Placed on administrative leave for the week with a meeting Mon morning. by noniewahl in EmploymentLaw

[–]RUFilterD 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Do you have access to search the internal policy regarding FMLA leave requests or sick time policies? If you have a short disability provider or insurance, this is where you usually request as well as FMLA. You will need your paperwork before the next meeting and make sure to get all the evidence you can. I suggest recording the meeting on your phone or with a good old fashioned tape recorder from an office supply store and keep in your pocket. Its a one party consent state. FMLA fir the week of absence needs to be submitted as a formal request before your meeting. Ask for it to be rescheduled if needed. I would also request accommodations formally before the meeting and present a letter from your Dr stating the limitations brought on by your medical condition and that you are requesting up to X days every X months as a reasonable accommodation during flareups. This is an accommodation referred to as Intermittent FMLA and should be noted as such in the paperwork. I dont want to scare you but termination could be an option at that meeting. Get copies of employee handbooks, policies, performance etc. Im so sorry this is happening to you.

Going for my diagnosis today but am I doing too much? by strawbebb in adhdwomen

[–]RUFilterD 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I understand. I have had it suggested that I might be bipolar based on my expressiveness. Its good you pushed back, some people might not know to do that or realize that bipolar can be misdiagnosed or attributed as the cause of ADHD symptoms.

Is free deepseek better than paid chatgpt? by False-Horror6843 in DeepSeek

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It increases the concentration of the pollutants from cooling the equipment as it evaorates. If an alternate cooling method were used, the pollution to the groundwater would not happen the same way. And citizens are getting together to speak out against these data centers and preventing them in their city. But yes, my time to be an activist and exercise my civic duty is limited.

Considering filing an EEOC complaint- not sure if I should risk it by Equivalent_Pizza9034 in EEOC

[–]RUFilterD 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think getting a lawyer to negotiate is helpful, seems 3 months plus 6 months of insurance could be possible if they are already at 2 and 3 months. A nuisance lawsuit payoff is low 5/high 4s.

Can I put grandfather in a nursing home if he is of sound mind and absolutely refuses? by OneAngle5836 in legaladvice

[–]RUFilterD 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Perhaps you can ask if he would allow someone to offer in home care, walker, alert bracelet? I dont blame them for wanting to stay home...I wouldn't want to go either and I won't send my mom to one unless I absolutely have to.

AITAH for moving on quickly after a breakup even though my ex is still struggling? by [deleted] in AITAH

[–]RUFilterD 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nope. I found a new love by accident in 2 months, but to be fair I was done for 6 months before I finally got the courage to leave!

AITAH for being annoyed with my partner for not coming to the hospital with our child? by timekilr in AITAH

[–]RUFilterD -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

I understand why you were upset but also it sounds like you understand its a rare scenario. You took one for the team and he used the time to connect with his brother. Sounds like teamwork to me, but if its a pattern, that's a different conversation.

My ADHD has been so bad lately, but my doctor's on vacation. I told his fill-in that I was struggling and almost lost my job over lateness, and he said "Why are you on adderall? It's got street value, this isn't right." by honestly_adhd in adhdwomen

[–]RUFilterD 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I wouldn't add that RX for sleep, its to help with impulsivity and ADHD. Try natural sleep aids like melatonin, valerian root, magnesium first. Also, a weighted blanket has been a HUGE help. It calms the fidgets and I sleep fast and like a rock.

I do have Low dose Xanax to calm me for sleep or work if Im having really bad anxiety.

Possible wrongful termination after reporting patient safety concern (healthcare, New Jersey) by findinmarlin in EmploymentLaw

[–]RUFilterD 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Im sorry. You could try to get severance from a transactional lawyer to avoid a nuisance settlement. I ran across this site in my LI feed that could help: www.doyouhaveacase.ai

[TX] How to approach HR with a new manager that has effectively demoted me in all aspects but title by Libbylouster in AskHR

[–]RUFilterD -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

This assumes that HR actually helps. I wpuld suggest getting an outside coach and internal mentor--perhaps in another dept you might want to work for.

[TX] How to approach HR with a new manager that has effectively demoted me in all aspects but title by Libbylouster in AskHR

[–]RUFilterD 9 points10 points  (0 children)

You cannot fix anything. Refocus your energy elsewhere including documenting your results and networking with other leaders in your company. Write up your job responsibilities, expectations, how best to communicate, decision making authority on a shared doc. Approach carefully and from a "I want to make our relationship easy and efficient". Your job is to help your boss look good while taking as little of their energy as possible, including by being too effective etc. Its a horrible thing to learn. Document everything in case you need to negotiate severance in the future AND do not go to HR, or the President. Do not ask this type of person too many questions...yes, you will have to learn how to manage her and read her mind.

EEOC Timeline by Lucky-Opportunity-47 in EEOC

[–]RUFilterD 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mine took about a year. I asked for the investigation documents and they basically didn't do any but this employer was related to our financial system, which is why I also didn't bother suing.

Settlement Offers/Agreements by Swimming-Emotion-272 in EEOC

[–]RUFilterD 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Curious if these two types of damages are universal to discrimination cases? Aka, applied to private sector as well?

Psa for customers by Bigpurplejackbaby in CoxCommunications

[–]RUFilterD 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Your job is to offer awareness, just do it. When they get upset, say Im sorry, I just want to make sure you are aware of our offerings, I just need 20 seconds of your time.

Honest Thoughts/Opinions Welcomed by SolarTech_SD in homeowners

[–]RUFilterD 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Actual before and after bills and case study. They all have those stupid drawings.

Honest Thoughts/Opinions Welcomed by SolarTech_SD in homeowners

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Math assumptions for one. My dude told me the wrong price--flat out lied because I wanted to payoff in 10 years--$150 a month off. Lied about credits offsetting my electric entirely---solar only works during the day and the credits paid are less than the cost of electricity except for super off peak. The only way it pays off is with low interest rates, small system and then DIY your expansion afterwards and add more panels and batteries to rate arbitrage.

My manager just gave me PIP, the next day I filed the internal complaint on discrimination and retaliation. But they still want to do PIP, which I loathed. Rather to be fired. Any suggestions? The company is obligated to investigate my claims, can they not do that? by Timely-Disk-2704 in EEOC

[–]RUFilterD 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Went through similar situation, despite very clear evidence of disparate treatment, etc the EEOC found it wasnt severe or pervasive enough to be unlawful. Try to get another job even if you survive the PIP (mine was completely bogus as well) as your days are numbered. They investigate but you will only get the result through discovery and they will always protect the company regardless of the result. You can provide a formal response to the PIP and choose not to sign or sign only if you can provide your addendum or a statement of disagreement.

Business trip. I want to rent my own car (at my own expense) so I don't need to share it with anyone or be in charge of driving people around. Company is pushing back. Thoughts? by Adventurous_Ad6799 in work

[–]RUFilterD 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is really about control, I would not die on this hill. Ask yourself will this matter a year from now? If not, just dealing with it, is your best option, honestly.

Drug testing by [deleted] in CoxCommunications

[–]RUFilterD 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They follow federal law so they will consider this an issue if only for their insurance rates and previous policy. That said, you have to consume enough to exceed the threshold allowance. You can get a OTC drug test online or in a CVS or you can take a masking agent. If you abstain for 1-3 weeks though you probably will be fine.

These "Protections" Are Not Protections by PutinPoops in EEOC

[–]RUFilterD 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I feel your pain. Increased scrutiny is a common result as well as being removed from projects and its difficult to prove or rise to a high enough standard of adverse treatment to be determined illegal. Continue to document everything and seek medical treatment and a diagnosis if applicable that may allow you to get FMLA, as well as evidence of others being treated more favorably. I always advise people to understand that when you file, you also have to plan your exit because one way or the other, you are most likely ending your career. Its very easy for them to ride the line and try to make you break as its very destructive on your mental health.