Unless they ask you directly, you don't have to tell them. And if they do ask you, they can't choose not to hire you because of your epilepsy. After you are hired, it is probably a good idea to tell them for safety reasons.
I disagree! For your safety and those around you,tell them! Should they choose to fire you, sue them for discrimination. A few restrictions could apply ( for safety) but I would not call epilepsy a disability to the point of not being able to work. I have epilepsy, for 22 years, and still working!
When you are applying for employment in Canada (at least in the teaching profession) you have to inform them about your epilepsy. It is a health and safety issue. I have epilepsy (for 38 years now) and found that honesty is the best policy. Once the issue is out in the open many people are interested in the topic and ask you questions about it. Just be prepared to reassure employers and coworkers that it does not affect your work performance.
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They can only provide dates of employment, and salary paid.
Legally your previous employer cannot give a negative feedback to a potential new employer. All they can do is verify employment, dates of employment, and the position held by the employee.
In an at will employment state the employer has the right to fill an open job, especially if it is affecting their business. However, if the disability is work related - Get a lawyer.
it shows that you are a strong candidate for employment.
Yes, as this violates the Employment Act (regarding the United Kingdom).
You can collect unemployment after state disability if you are healthy enough to return to work, and your employer terminated your employment during your disability. The termination can not be related to your job performance.
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Not in most states, especially if it is a right-to-work state. The employer can terminate your employment for any reason that is not specifically prohibited by law i.e. race, religion, sex, disability, etc.
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If you have not informed your present employer that you are searching for other employment, you might want to request that potential employers not contact them. If that is the case, make sure you have strong references and former employees that they can contact.
You have to check into Social Security disability, if you don't have your own disability insurance (individual policy, or through your employer); It is recommended that you get your own Disability Insurance policy if your employer does not offer such benefits. Yes, there are disability insurance policies available in Virginia.