Signing a contract for long term disability in a state of depression \

You should consult a lawyer here with all the facts of your case. I agree with the other lawyer postings that this is not unusual. However, you...

Is this considered defamation of character?

It would seem to me a difficult case if the expectation by everyone is that he would come back. If there was no agreement he would come back, and...

Yes. If you are light duty, you can file for unemployment. If you are totally disabled, you cannot file.

How can i prove my employer did not have or give me a list of panel doctors?

Just get a competent workers comp attorney. The attorney will get you case ready and put your best foot forward.

Can an employer ask two peers with the exact same credentials and hire date to decide amongst themselves who will be laid off?

Its legal. But maybe you both should say you can't make the decision.

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My 27 year old friend with ovarian cancer has been dropped by her provider. What can we do?

She needs to see a lawyer. Often, people become depressed with this condition and feel overwhelmed and hopefully you can move her to at least...

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It would take a lot of serious berating for you to be considered to be able to quit and get Unemployment, or at least he would have to curse you. ...

Is it legal for an Employer who bought out a company to ask the workers if they have any pre-existing health conditions

Yes, although a borderline issue. An employer should not ask for such information before they hire you. The Employer can give you a...

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I'm an RN in hospital and backed by union. Can they fire an RN for not reporting med error until the following day?

Yes. Failing to report a med error is usually a serious thing. However, the good thing about being a union member is that unions are supposed to...

You have several good theories here for an experienced employment lawyer to get a good result for you. However, "lying to unemployment" is not a...