Question

Johnny Walker works at High Energy Co. His secretary, Mrs. Prim Proper, is very efficient and has worked with him for five years. Lately, she is complaining that her wrist hurts. After several doctor appointments, she was diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome and given a brace and corticosteroid shots to relieve the pain. Mrs. Proper continued the treatment for a year at which time it was proven ineffective and her efficiency dramatically diminished. What kind of remedy should Mrs. Proper seek? Does High Energy have to keep her in the position or can it fire her due to a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification? How does workman’s compensation affect the case?

Answer 1

Answer:

A. Remedy:

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome can cause disability in many patients. Mrs. Proper can seek the following remedies in her case as follows:

• Under Federal Workmen Compensation law, Mrs. Proper can seek compensation for lost wages, medical expenses, disability payments, and other costs.

• Under the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Mrs. Proper can seek remedy within the occupational hazard scope for carpal tunnel syndrome caused due to wrist hurt during her employment.

• Under the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Mrs. Proper can seek protection if treated unfairly at the workplace.

B.        The High Energy Company can relieve Mrs. Proper from her position for the time being until she recovers from her health issues by giving her adequate compensation. However, the company cannot fire her from her position.

C.        Workmen Compensation Law gives protection to the employees who are harmed while being on the job and performing duties by paying the expenses to them. In this case, Mrs. Proper may have developed this disease due to her job on computers and is covered protected under this law and related provisions.

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