A different kind of support needed

[sportsmom12]

I haven't posted for awhile because things seemed to be going good since my husband's valve surgery. He had to make some adjustments- but for the most part is physically doing well. He went back to work a month ago(convinced his doctors he was up to it) Today he got blindsighted from his job. He has been there for 15 years, always considered a key player. And all of a sudden today, they decided they no longer need him and laid him off.
I have to believe it was related to they feel he is a health risk now. The financial aspect will be hard enough- but I am more worried about his mental. He was just starting to bounce back mentally- now he is very depressed and feels he is letting the family down again.
I want him to look into getting a lawyer- but deep down I know these companies are cold and smart and know exactly how to make sure there isn't a good lawsuit. And my husband hurt himself by convincing his doctors he could handle work.

Any advise how to support my husband during this? Besides his health issues, we have had other family problems and even I am getting so I am getting depressed and finding it hard to be the strong cheerleader.

thanks for listening.

 

[Ross]

Hi

Unfortunately this is all too common right now across the entire country. What reason did they give for letting him go? If it has something to do with his heart condition, by all means, consult an attorney immediately. I know that's easier said then done when you don't have the finances in place to retain one. It might well be worth a shot to consult one though.

I wish I knew exactly what to tell you. I'm sort of in the same boat but the employer here has filed for chapter 11 protection. All I can say is, don't feel too bad about it. There are thousands of families going through it also. Hopefully, things will work out for the better soon.

 

[hensylee]

In this area, you can get a consult with a lawyer for free and no charge unless you engage her/him. Check into this and see if you have a case. Are others laid off as well? If not, then maybe there is a case since this has come up so soon after heart surgery. Check it out.

My prayers are with you all while you go through this disheartening time. After all you have been through, you will get through this one, too. God bless

 

[sportsmom12]

why they said he was laid off

why they said he was laid off

The reason they quoted my husband as being let go was job elimination. I am sure they are smart enough, they have a way to cover it. Funny thing- he was the only one let go. Funnier- his friend is retiring in two months(same job) and would have loved for them to lay him off.
I work so we won't be on the street. Like I said- it is more of a mental worry and keeping him from being depressed.
thanks for listening-will keep you posted

 

[Ross]

It's probably more trouble then it's worth, but if you can watch and find out for sure that the job was eliminated and not just reclassified, that would pretty much say whether there were a case or not.

As far as the depression goes, have him try to focus on positive things that he is good at. Maybe make it a point to tell him more often that your proud of him for his achievements. The whole thing is awkward so be careful. If things get real bad, seek some professional guidance.

I don't have a magic bullet for this one or I'd fix up a few other lives around here also, mine included.