Suspended from work caused depression

messed up

I'm new to this but i'm hoping you can help me. Almost 3 weeks ago I was suspended from work for misconduct . I don't mind the suspended fact cause I know what I done was wrong. The only problem is its nearly 3 weeks since i was suspended and I've heard nothing from the company> this has caused me not to be able to sleep or eat and now I have depression I went to my GP and he has referred me to a councilor for treatment and given me medication to help. What I really want to know is cause the company have not once informed me of what is happening do I have the right to anything because this is what is being blamed for my depression my family are worried sick and my partner along with my new born baby do not no what to do for me. I feel bad cause she is doing most of the childminding stuff cause since the depression started i'm just not able to do any of it. Sorry its so long .
thanks for reading it and i hope someone can help me

Carriexx

HI, Sorry to hear that would you not contact your HR department and ask for an update on what is going on - this is th eonly way you will know? Or arrange to go meet your manager, you need to make contact and get some information.

messed up

hey carrie,
its like talking to a brick wall trying to get info all you get is its still under review

Carriexx

Is it time to just look for another job then - keep yourself busy like that??

messed up

Ya I've started that sent some C.V.s around thanks a million for the shout out

iguana

Does your company have a union? If you aren't a member they may let you join retroactively and they may be better placed to find out what is going on than you are.

messed up

i am a member of the but they not saying anything at all ider. i was juat wounder really is it possible to make claim because of what happened.

Stench Blossoms

messed up wrote: »

i am a member of the but they not saying anything at all ider. i was juat wounder really is it possible to make claim because of what happened.

So what your really asking is how much money your going to make from this?

Have you tried contacting the company asking for an explanation?

I am a friend

The first job you need to sort out is helping your gf with the new baby. Write into the company asking when your suspension is expiring and keep a copy of the letter. If this doesn't work then consult a solicitor and get them to contact the company.

You want compensation? You are kidding no? You caused this suspension due to misconduct so why would you be compensated for it?

dilallio

messed up wrote: »

i am a member of the but they not saying anything at all ider. i was juat wounder really is it possible to make claim because of what happened.

It is impossible to answer this question without knowing all the details about what happened, how the company dealt with it, what policies the company have in place for dealing with misconduct, did you have a meeting with the company, were you offered / allowed to bring someone with you to this meeting.
At the time of your suspension, did the company just tell you that you were suspended, or did they follow up with a letter?

messed up

hey thanks everyone,

no i dont want compo i know it was my fault i was just wondering if because of the depression would they go easier on me. i finally got some answers from them i was told it could goo on till after xmas but i think ill just hand in notice next week i might have a new job got ill know more by friday. thanks for all the help..

matt-dublin

what was the misconduct offence?

it might give us a better understanding of what process is happening in your workplace

Eoin

If you have been diagnosed with depression, then it is considered a disability by law. This means that an employer must - within reason - try to accommodate your condition.

I would get some supporting documentation from your doctor and post it a copy in to the HR department to see if that will help; though it probably depends on the nature of the misconduct.

I would definitely not resign. Let them follow the procedures that they are legally obliged to. Also, if you are a member of the union then get your moneys worth and get on their case.

Are you being paid while on suspension?

coolx

Eoin wrote: »

If you have been diagnosed with depression, then it is considered a disability by law. This means that an employer must - within reason - try to accommodate your condition.

This is open to debate. Don't disclose it OP, once that cat is out of the bag, it's rare to have it going back in. You have no idea what management will do with that information.

Never disclose your medical history to anyone but a Government agency. You don't want info like this being sold off to a private database or such. You can't trust them on their words alone.

Best to simply move on and get a new job. Never mention why you left, simply lie and hope for the best. Most places won't disclose if you have been laid off or fired, simply confirm dates. It's too big a legal hassle for most places to be throwing around specifics.

matt-dublin

coolx wrote: »

This is open to debate. Don't disclose it OP, once that cat is out of the bag, it's rare to have it going back in. You have no idea what management will do with that information.

Never disclose your medical history to anyone but a Government agency. You don't want info like this being sold off to a private database or such. You can't trust them on their words alone.

Best to simply move on and get a new job. Never mention why you left, simply lie and hope for the best. Most places won't disclose if you have been laid off or fired, simply confirm dates. It's too big a legal hassle for most places to be throwing around specifics.

True, once you've disclosed diagnosed depression it can impact your future career.

this would have to be disclosed at a company medical at which point may make you a risky hire.

The best you can do is to try and figure out how long your suspension is for and when it is up. It is probably time enough to start looking for a new job, as if the misconduct was enough, they may not want you back. Just so you know, medication like that can be quite tricky. You need to take it every day and doctors/pharmacists generally recommend you take it for 6 months. And you can't just stop taking them.

coolx

Eoin wrote: »

I would definitely not resign

Resigning from a position before being fired is always a better move.

Eoin

coolx wrote: »

Resigning from a position before being fired is always a better move.

It's not always a better move, that's a bit of a sweeping statement. If it comes to a legal situation, a company must be able to prove that they followed all the correct procedures to let someone go. The onus is on them. If you resign and want to claim constructive dismissal, then the onus is on you to prove that you were forced into it.

I also disagree about never disclosing a mental illness. Again, it might sometimes (or even often) work against you, but some companies are very good at supporting the employee and making allowances where possible. Each situation should be treated separately.

Eoin

Eoin wrote: »

It's not always a better move, that's a bit of a sweeping statement. If it comes to a legal situation, a company must be able to prove that they followed all the correct procedures to let someone go. The onus is on them. If you resign and want to claim constructive dismissal, then the onus is on you to prove that you were forced into it.

I also disagree about never disclosing a mental illness. Again, it might sometimes (or even often) work against you, but some companies are very good at supporting the employee and making allowances where possible. Each situation should be treated separately.

Should you really take the risk though, especially if someone is able to keep said mental illness in check?

Eoin

boneyarsebogman wrote: »

Eoin wrote: »

It's not always a better move, that's a bit of a sweeping statement. If it comes to a legal situation, a company must be able to prove that they followed all the correct procedures to let someone go. The onus is on them. If you resign and want to claim constructive dismissal, then the onus is on you to prove that you were forced into it.

I also disagree about never disclosing a mental illness. Again, it might sometimes (or even often) work against you, but some companies are very good at supporting the employee and making allowances where possible. Each situation should be treated separately.

Should you really take the risk though, especially if someone is able to keep said mental illness in check?

Like I said, case by case. If it doesn't affect you at work, then maybe not. But if you have problems doing your duties or take regular sick leave under a different guise, you might find yourself being let go when you could have had more protection by law.

Big Bag of Chips

The length of time it will take to investigate depends on the nature of the misconduct.

I don't think you can argue too successfully that your suspension caused your depression, because then your employer's argument would be that your misconduct, and you admit you were at fault, caused your suspension.

I think you need to stop concentrating on whose fault it is and decide where you go from here...

messed up

hey guys thanks for all your help, After finally getting the union into gear I had an oral hearing today in head office. I did not inform them of my depression as my union and my solicitor both advised me not unless I really have to. I will know more next week when I receive a full copy of the minutes of the oral hearing also for legal reasons I cannot inform of what the misconduct was. I just want to say Thank you again for all of your advice and comments I will post again after I receive the minutes and know more.