Prove it

By Anonymous - 12/05/2023 15:00

Today, my workplace demanded a doctor's note to prove that I can’t stand for long periods, and would benefit from a desk job. I guess my above-the-knee amputation and spinal surgery scars don’t count as evidence, but a piece of paper from a doctor is just fine. FML
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Thaylok 17

Once you have official paperwork on record, they have no excuse to deny/delay your request. But these rules are in place thanks to a few bad apples who abuse the system. In this case use it to your benefit to ensure you get the job changes you NEED. I'm sure that your Doctor knows the situation and will email you a PDF to submit/print.

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Chazzster 28

As aggravating and stupid as it may seem, most workplaces have rules and requirements. They probably need that doctor’s note on file instead of relying on you or your supervisor’s word. Just contact your doctor and get the note - You may need to make an appointment with your doctor to get the note. I know, more delays…

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Chazzster 28

As aggravating and stupid as it may seem, most workplaces have rules and requirements. They probably need that doctor’s note on file instead of relying on you or your supervisor’s word. Just contact your doctor and get the note - You may need to make an appointment with your doctor to get the note. I know, more delays…

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Thaylok 17

Once you have official paperwork on record, they have no excuse to deny/delay your request. But these rules are in place thanks to a few bad apples who abuse the system. In this case use it to your benefit to ensure you get the job changes you NEED. I'm sure that your Doctor knows the situation and will email you a PDF to submit/print.

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Yup2016 3

"Regarding this disability accomotion, my patient does not have a leg to stand on...."

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Studious_Gluteus 18

Send them the invoice for the visit & your hourly rate for time spent.

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JackWood 20

It really has to do with labor laws. Put it on file.

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Yup2016 3

There is nothing in ADA that requires an employer to have doctor's note to let an employee sit. I can't imagine other countries law would either.

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ODBeefalo 10

I worked with a guy who had "problems". He got himself on reduced work due to injuries, workplace was really good about it, but it cost him promotions. The lack of paper trail let him cause issues later by stating he had no injuries preventing him from being looked over for the promotion requiring what he said he could no longer do. Cover your ass is one of the most important things for workers and employers because anything can happen. Dude was fine BTW he just wanted less work for the same pay and found a way (kudos to him) and it bit him in the ass.

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