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On 1/17, Fred Harris wrote: >I am a new subscriber recently diagnosed with PD. Shortly after informing my >former employer that I suspected that I had Parkinson's Disease (subsequently >confirmed by a neurologist) my responsibilities were abruptly changed and I >have since been terminated for reasons which are closely related to symptoms >of PD. > >Thus I am seeking (at the suggestion of my attorney) information from any and >all possible sources about Parkinson's related employment issues, the >American's with Disabilities Act, and related legal action by individuals >with PD against either current or former employers. For example, leads to >individuals or attorneys who are or have been associated with such cases >would be particularly helpful. As you know, the ADA is still relatively new, >the administrative review of claims is backlogged, formal legal proceedings >are often lengthy, and (as I understand it) case law per se requires >appellate level review and decision before getting into standard legal >research sources such as LEXUS. > >Again, any assistance that you may be able to provide will be greatly >appreciated. This is the second time i've heard of someone being fired because of PD; it is frightening to me, a young onset PD'er. Fred, please keep the group posted regarding your legal experiences (as much as you can divulge). I'll let you know if I can help. Sincerely, ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ jeffrey r. romanyshyn, m.a., [log in to unmask] *film at 11!* deep in the cave we wander, lost, film at 11! j.r. romanyshyn 10/21/94