MIAMI, FL - Employees who experience medical emergencies while traveling for work may face unexpected challenges upon returning to their jobs, including the risk of wrongful termination despite documented medical conditions. Miami employment law attorney Anisley Tarragona of BT Law Group, PLLC is highlighting the legal protections available to employees who are terminated after suffering medical events that affect their job performance.
According to Miami employment law attorney Anisley Tarragona, federal and state laws prohibit employers from discriminating against employees based on disabilities, including conditions that develop suddenly, such as strokes or other serious medical events. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Florida Civil Rights Act (FCRA) require employers to engage in an interactive process with employees who have documented medical conditions before making termination decisions. "When an employee provides medical documentation explaining a change in their condition or behavior, employers have a legal obligation to consider that information carefully," explains Tarragona.
Miami employment law attorney Anisley Tarragona notes that terminating an employee shortly after they disclose a medical condition and provide supporting documentation can give rise to claims of disability discrimination and retaliation. Employers who respond to disability disclosure with investigations and hostile interviews rather than accommodation discussions may be violating federal and state employment laws designed to protect workers with disabilities.
Employment attorney Anisley Tarragona emphasizes that the timing of adverse employment actions is often critical in these cases. When an employer opens an investigation immediately after receiving medical documentation and then terminates the employee following what the employee perceives as a hostile interview, such circumstances may indicate discriminatory intent. "The law recognizes that employees who suffer sudden medical events deserve the opportunity to demonstrate they can still perform their essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations," she adds.
The firm recently represented a long-tenure employee who suffered a series of strokes during a business trip. The medical events impacted the client's conduct and ability to perform certain job functions. Upon returning home, the client obtained hospital documentation confirming the strokes and shared this information with the employer. Rather than engaging in discussions about potential accommodations, the company terminated the employee.
BT Law Group aggressively litigated the disability discrimination and retaliation claims on behalf of the client. The matter resulted in a confidential six-figure settlement. Tarragona notes that employees in similar situations should understand their rights under both federal and Florida law.
The team at BT Law Group advises that employees who experience medical events affecting their work should document everything carefully, including all communications with their employer and any medical records supporting their condition. "Preserving evidence from the outset is essential," Tarragona states. "Employees should also be aware that retaliation claims can arise when employers take adverse action against workers who assert their rights under disability discrimination laws."
Florida employees facing termination after a medical event should be aware of important deadlines for filing discrimination charges. Under federal law, employees typically must file a charge with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) within 300 days of the alleged discriminatory act. Under the Florida Civil Rights Act, employees have 365 days to file a complaint with the Florida Commission on Human Relations.
For those facing termination or other adverse employment actions after disclosing a medical condition, consulting with an experienced employment law attorney may help protect legal rights and explore available remedies. The firm handles cases involving disability discrimination, failure to accommodate, wrongful termination, and retaliation throughout Florida.
About BT Law Group, PLLC:
BT Law Group, PLLC is a Miami-based employment law firm dedicated to protecting employee rights in the workplace. Led by attorneys Anisley Tarragona and Jason D. Berkowitz, the firm brings over 30 years of combined employment law experience to cases involving discrimination, retaliation, wrongful termination, and wage disputes. The firm represents clients throughout Miami, Brickell, Coral Gables, Miami Beach, and the greater South Florida area. For consultations, call (305) 507-8506.
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