If the reason you are under the doctor's care was work related you probably qualify for Workman's Compensation. I would think it would depend on the situation. For instance, you are still able to actively look for work and work then I would say yes. Unemployment usually does not care about if you are under the care of a doctor. They care if you are able to work.
Workers Comp is for workers who were injured or became ill due to working conditions. It would be preferable to attempting to qualify for unemployment benefits.
Although states laws vary, typically you are ineligible for unemployment benefits if you voluntarily quit due to personal reasons not attributable to the work.
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An employer can't deny unemployment benefits; only your state's unemployment office and approve or deny unemployment benefits. It's up you state to determine if you are eligible to receive benefits.
It depends on what your state's unemployment laws are regarding reasons for termination. If your work was very serious in that sleep would be very harmful/dangerous (i.e. asleep at the controls of a train), then the employer would be justified.
In most cases, a person can not draw unemployment when they were fired for falling asleep. To draw unemployment, a person needs to be fired for doing the job incorrectly, or job performance. You should still file for benefits and see if you get approved.
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Yes, you can collect them both.
It depends on the state you work in. Some allow it, while others do not.
This is always possible, but it depends on how "liberal" your state is on reasons for discharge, etc. Contact your state's employment security office for clarification.
Unemployment insurance is for people who lose their jobs. Disability insurance is for people who can't work due to a medical reason.Your best bet is to apply for short term disability insurance before getting pregnant. Your normal maternity leave will be a covered benefit.
Depends on your state. In some states, you qualify for Family Medical Leave of Absence and you are entitled to a percentage of your wages for maternity reasons if you meet the criteria.
Anopia is a form of short-sightedness, often due to medical reasons.