Workforce Discrimination for People with Cancer
I feel compelled to write about my work experience since I was diagnosed with Breast Cancer some 8 years ago.
For the most part of my journey, my e...
Published 12 years ago
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what a horrible time you have been through and what an eye opener your post is. I had no idea that an employer can terminate your employment and not tell you?
Honestly that just doesn't seem legal to me, but as you have explored avenues it seems that it is.
Many of us take leave and go on income protection and for me I felt that I was secure throughout that period, it seems not.
I wish you well moving forward.
Donna
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