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Originally Posted by HipsterPat
Okay, so what I get at, is that if I cannot get the involuntary record expunged (difficult after the Newtown tragedy), they will know about my involuntary hospitalization somehow? If they don't, I can answer truthfully that my BPI does not interfere with my ability to perform. If they know I can get a Dr.'s note and be in the clear, right? They cannot discriminate against me because of my medical condition... right?
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That's how I understand it in theory but in practice people can fire you for anything. They also don't have to approve accommodations if they deem them unreasonable. You can expect a background check when you get hired and that will turn up an involuntary commitment. So if I were you I'd get it expunged because there is nothing saying anyone has to hire you whether you're a dr or not. Also you might want to post about the ADA to see what people say about it. I don't think it's as protective as you think in the real world.