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Originally Posted by justjoanie
the reason was performance. I've told them many times about my depression, and that's the reason I'm having difficulties. I'm thinking about talking to a lawyer about it. The only thing they ever said about my disability is that they could demote me to a less stressful position with a significant lower pay grade. ($15,000 less) For me that really wasn't an option.
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I'm so sorry this happened to you.
Definitely speak to an employment lawyer about this situation - if you spoke to your boss about having a disability and they did not try to make reasonable accommodations for you, that could definitely be a lawsuit -
A demotion is not reasonable accomodation in my book.
In NJ if you are on unemployment and have children you are eligible for health benefits - if your daughter is on your health insurance you both could be eligible - check with your state. If your company was giving you insurance you should also be eligible for COBRA so you will have some opportunity for coverage.
Good Luck!
