I am an insurance adjuster. I've been physically attacked (once by a person and the 2nd time customer unleashed his Rottweiler) twice in the past 2 years. Recently, was physically intimidated and verbally abused. Management was notified in all instances and did nothing to secure the protection of its employees. In the last instance, management was notified prior to the inspection of concerns about customer's aggressive behavior but nothing was done.
Consequently, have been suffering debilitating panic attacks, depression, and stress and am on medication. Off work because of this for the next 30 days per doctor's order. Last year, soon after the 2nd attack with the dog, doctor had me off work for 8 weeks for the very same diagnosis.
Need to know whether I am eligible to file short term disability and is there grounds for lawsuit in providing unsafe work environment?
Thanks in advance for the response.
Consequently, have been suffering debilitating panic attacks, depression, and stress and am on medication. Off work because of this for the next 30 days per doctor's order. Last year, soon after the 2nd attack with the dog, doctor had me off work for 8 weeks for the very same diagnosis.
Need to know whether I am eligible to file short term disability and is there grounds for lawsuit in providing unsafe work environment?
Thanks in advance for the response.