How Does Resignation from a Job Affect SSDI Eligibility
Two years ago I was in an automobile accident that shattered my leg at the knee (surgery, metal braces inserted etc). I was initially off work for 10 months. I have been a server my entire life but no question that's off the table now.
I tried returning to work with another company in a position that required less walking but still requires me to be on my feed constantly. My Dr has said (on record) that I shouldn't be on my feed more than 2 hours per day and lift no more than 10lbs. The pain is getting worse and worse, in short it's just become impossible for me to keep working so I need to apply for SSDI.
My immediate manager knows I am in constant and often severe pain but I have not discussed this officially with HR.
I should also mention I am 55.
My questions-
- Does it effect my SSDI claim if I just resign? Or should I give my employer the reason?
- I am also wondering if I need (or should) give my employer the chance to find a job that accommodates my disability? I'm quite certain this would just be a formality as I work for a small food services company that really has no sedentary positions that I would be qualified for.
I feel my claim is well supported by the facts (doctor, vocational therapist et al) but I just want to be sure I do everything right.
Re: Resignation Prior to Filing Claim
I am not familiar with the requirements for SSDI. I do know something about the ADA in employment situations.
Before I address it though, tell me more about your relationship with your employer and how they have worked with you so far.
Re: Resignation Prior to Filing Claim
I can address the SSDI part (what a team we make :D )
Resigning or being fired doesn't matter at all unless there was criminal (of the felony type) activity involved. All that matters is that you're disabled enough to be considered unable to work.
Re: Resignation Prior to Filing Claim
Re: Resignation Prior to Filing Claim
As I stated in my post my employer really does not know any details therefore has not worked with me. Of course that is because I have not given them the opportunity. That is pretty much my question. Should I just resign or should I give them that opportunity.
Re: Resignation Prior to Filing Claim
Okay. Let's try again.
You are having trouble with your current job. Is your employer giving you grief about it? Are they asking questions? Are they totally oblivious? Is your immediate manager, whom you say is aware that you are in pain, trying to make things easier, giving you a hard time, or doing absolutely nothing either way?
I can't evaluate what you "should" do on the basis of what I currently have.