Ready, willing, and able. Three important words in this episode of The Accidental Lawyer. A formal letter arrives from Joe’s employer, and it is NOT good news. Joe’s employer informs him that he has been let go from his position. Attorney Kate Kirsch walks us through COBRA, as well as if you can receive unemployment benefits if you’ve been let go after a work-related illness or injury This is an eye-opening episode for anyone going through the Worker’s Compensation process right now. The illusion that being on Worker’s Compensation is like a paid vacation, is far from the reality. Listen, and learn.
Also, The Accidental Lawyer listener Dale writes in with a question for Attorney Kate Kirsch. He recently lost his “light duty” position due to the Corona Virus Pandemic. He wants to know if he can qualify for unemployment benefits as well as his “comp benefits”. Download this episode for the answer to this, as well as what is happening with Joe’s case. Stay safe!
Host:
Kate Kirsch
Links:
Worker’s Compensation Terms - IME: Independent medical examination
