17 May

Posted at 08:09h in Employment by

Often the ways that federal laws, state laws, and employer policies work together are like puzzle pieces fitting together.  Except that everyone’s puzzle is going to look a little different, depending on which laws apply to you, which state you live in, and what benefits...

10 May

Posted at 09:15h in Disability Insurance, Employment by

When someone is faced with a cancer diagnosis and treatment, they often wonder “do I need to go out on disability?”  Unfortunately, they aren’t always sure what that actually means, or that it could mean multiple things. The main confusion comes from not understanding the difference...

16 Mar

Posted at 13:49h in Employment by

Regardless of the type of job you have, if you need to take time off work because of your cancer diagnosis and treatment, you should learn about your employment rights. More people are familiar with the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), which is the...

02 Mar

Posted at 09:16h in Employment by

Many individuals decide to work through cancer treatment or return to work, while still managing side effects of cancer treatment with medications.  Trying to figure out what has to be disclosed to employers or potential employers is a common concern for individuals.  For more general...

26 Jan

Posted at 14:59h in Employment by

After years of advocating for a national disabilities act in Canada, the calls from disability-rights activists and persons with disabilities have been answered. Carla Qualtrough, minister of sport and persons with disabilities, initiated a pending national act for people with disabilities that will be enacted sometime...

10 Nov

Posted at 10:23h in Employment by

Navigating employment after a cancer diagnosis is a challenges issue for many employees because of the balance between money, time, and abilities.  In the US, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) provides legal protection against employment discrimination and access to reasonable accommodations. While the ADA is...