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WoundedKnee
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What is the name of your state? Alabama
A little over a month ago I was involved in an accident. An elderly woman ran a stop sign and hit my car on the passenger side. Her insurance company (state farm) has already paid for fixing the car and tells me they will not discuss an injury settlement until I am released by the DR. On top of the normal bruising and aches my kidney was lacerated, surgery was required and I have been unable to work since. I was told on Friday that it would be at least another month before the Dr. would release me to work again.
I am a fitness instructor in a local gym. When the accident occured I notified my employer who seemed very concerned. Less that 2 weeks later though she informed me that she "was no longer able to hold the job open." My question is this...can she rightfully fire me since I was under Dr.'s orders? Also, how does the loss of my job figure...if at all, into any claim I have against the other driver's insurance company? I understand they are responsible for covering lost wages but if there is not job there are no wages to cover. Of course if their had been no accident I would still have a job. I have an appointment with an attorney next week but was hoping to get a little info before I go into to see him. Thank you!
A little over a month ago I was involved in an accident. An elderly woman ran a stop sign and hit my car on the passenger side. Her insurance company (state farm) has already paid for fixing the car and tells me they will not discuss an injury settlement until I am released by the DR. On top of the normal bruising and aches my kidney was lacerated, surgery was required and I have been unable to work since. I was told on Friday that it would be at least another month before the Dr. would release me to work again.
I am a fitness instructor in a local gym. When the accident occured I notified my employer who seemed very concerned. Less that 2 weeks later though she informed me that she "was no longer able to hold the job open." My question is this...can she rightfully fire me since I was under Dr.'s orders? Also, how does the loss of my job figure...if at all, into any claim I have against the other driver's insurance company? I understand they are responsible for covering lost wages but if there is not job there are no wages to cover. Of course if their had been no accident I would still have a job. I have an appointment with an attorney next week but was hoping to get a little info before I go into to see him. Thank you!