I've just been released from a psychiatric unit and want to know what repercussions this might have on my job
79034
emergency petitons for psychiatric evaluations are NOT an arrest.. nor are they availible for review by an employer.. the American Disablities Act prevents this.. and gives you ground for a law suit if it is used against you.. you do need to make your employer aware of your conditon.. \n\nif he fires you.. you will file a claim with the ADA.. chances are they will deny your claim if you didnt make them aware of your illness prior to employment.. after the ADA reviews this .. you will be given a "right to sue" letter.. (whether the ADA find validity in your claim or not-- you still have to go through this) \n\nonly after the proceedings with the ADA can you get a lawyer involved.. he will argue that you didnt make your employer aware of your illness prior to employment because they would have not hired you in the first place.. \n\nmany lawyers work probono and have a field day with employers like these.. \n\nbottom line.. mental illnesses such as Bipolar.. are a disabilty furthermore.. you may also be eligible for Social Security.. so you dont have to put up with narrowminded employers..
45082
This is horrible. I can't believe they did this to you. Holding a patient down has to be reviewed and has many checks and balances here. The patient has to be a danger to themselves/others. You obviously weren't.I would sue. I would speak with an attorney and see what records they can get and see what legal recourse there can be. First and foremost complain complain complain. Write a letter to the hospital administration explaining how upset you are. They will investigate extensively and will inform you of the results. Good luck and I am so sorry that this happened to you.
731709
Unless you really love your job...there really shouldn't be any long term psychological damage.  Short term would just be trouble with money until you find a new job, being bored until you find a new job.  Other than that..there really isn't too much damage.
888861
Welcome to the big wide world. You can try asking the DSS people but I think you'll probably get knocked back as you left your job voluntarily.
720136
Have you considered taking a leave of absence? It should be covered/ paid by your employer as long as you have a letter from you psychiatrist. Also a nice walk helps me when stressed or a hot bath. Take time to pamper yourself. I believe FMLA is what that paid leave of absence is called and employers are required to obey it by law. Hope I helped.
428573
If you called the hotline, and they put you in the hospital, it was most likely an involuntary psyche ward.\nThat is the legal procedure. You were a danger to yourself, and you were locked up in the hospital. I am surprised they only kept you for 3 days. Consider yourself lucky. \n\nIn short, you can't sue.
20107
That they consider you 10% disable and will get compensated accordingly... but 10% does not intitle you to stay home or have to be retrained so they will expect you to return back to your profession with a tad bit lighter duties....\n\nGood luck
605568
Perhaps you may not be satisfied with any job out there.\n\nEuropeans get 4 to 6 weeks paid vacation\n\nEuropeans get monthly allowance for medicaid care.\n\nEuropeans get free medical support and hospital treatment in the hospital of their choice if they cannot afford it.\n\nEuropeans have laws that prevent an employer from abusively firing someone.\n\nSorry, but you really should start to fight for your rights a bit more....
728941
IF you are CERTAIN it is infectious then yes, you do have a right to ask her not to come in as you have a legal obligation to protect the health and safety of ALL your staff. However, be very, very careful because your 'self-diagnosis' over the internet is NOT acceptable as "proof". If you have access to an Occupational Health department/ adviser, you should ask them to intervene in this case.
128253
Sweety, you might have to get a letter from a psychiatrist stating that you are mentally competent to handle your duties. I don't know what was involved in the self mutilation thing but if it was done out of fear or anxiety or a mental breakdown, you'll have to get a clean bill of health. I don't know if it will work but it's worth a try. Good luck, Honey. If you send me the details in email, I might be able to find something out for you. My brother's in the psych field. rilti8@sbcglobal.net
722255
emotional instability, "leave of absence" situations\n\ncheck with your employee handbook or boss, cause it really depends on your job.
491836
yea possibly... you need to make sure it's thoroughly documented in your medical record.  your initial complaints, follow-ups, everything... and if not, go in and complain before you get out... i got out last year and wasn't expecting disability but actually ended up with 30%...
518518
Sounds like there is more to your story. Police don't just do things like that. Mental Hospitals don't just admit someone without some sort of better reasons. The burden of proof is on them. Retain a lawyer or fight dirty too.
10199
When you quit a job for any reason, you don't usually have the option of getting it back just by asking.  You will probably have to reapply to the position -- if it's still available --  and go through the whole interview process again.\n\nThe only way this situation would have been different due to your depression would be if they had offered short-term disability.  I'm not sure if this was offered, especially since you were new, but this option typically puts your position on hold while you are recovering/going through treatment.  However, doing this for mental illnesses isn't always the same as a physical injury/disability, as it's usually more helpful for a person to keep working and going through a normal routine.\n\nAnyway, it seems like you will probably have to reapply to the position.  If you were forced to quit though, rather than go on disability, you might have a legal case against them, but this is only a guess.
854090
You must contact your GP. If its convenient take a friend along for support. As far as I know back-dated sickness lines are valid- after all you could have been in a coma for the previous week. Failing that, insist on a home visit from your GP. 'Phone or write to your employer-they may be unsympathetic but it shows you have been trying to manage the conduct of your abscence. Assuming you get a long-term sickness note, (even two weeks), use the time to make a note of the demands made on you and why you consider them unreasonable. Contact your union rep or professional representative- they should be able to give you legal advice and support in any tribunal. It is the duty of your employer to ensure safe and secure working conditions for you and this certainly includes work-related stress. You will probably not lose your job, so do not worry on that account. So get in touch with your GP first, you'll feel alot better having made that first step. Remember stress is an illness, as much as flu, measles, chickenpox etc, it can and does happen to anyone and its NOT a sign of weakness! Good Luck!
329025
any felony will effect any job.It's up to the hospitals policy in your case,and possibly state laws are involved.check with a low cost handy dandy paralegal to help you find out.
1161800
Don't sign anything. If they give you a write up sheet or something like it. Don't sign it. You have a case for sure. \n\n\nUnfortunately, they can terminate you regardless. However, after wards you have options. After the fact, the situation favors you, it appears to be an overreaction on their part. Legal action or unemployment would probably swing your way, assuming you haven't signed anything that could be perceived as an admission of wrongdoing.\n\nIf they do terminate you, contact: Unemployment, the Better Business Bureau (or your states equivalent), and a lawyer if you'd like.