Can work end my contract due to a medical condition?
Asked by natty
I have been off work due to a medical condition and had a meeting with my manager and personal today and they gave me an option and said they will end my contract on a mutual agreement. I have had doctors notes and been seeing a specialist about my condition and always kept work informed. Can they end my contract as ive had no warnings?? Please help! I work for the nhs in a hospital and have been there for over 2years. I have just found out last year i have a medical condition involving high arches in my feet which is very painful. I have been off several months now as i cant work on my ward due to this! I had a meeting today with my manager and personal and they said they want to end my contract on a mutual agreement. Can they do this? I have no warnings and have always had docs note and im seeing a specialist to help me with my condition. They also said if i dont agree with ending my contract they will take it to a hearing and see who wins. Please help. Thanks

Best Answer:
If you are unable to perform the work that you have been contracted to do (perform the essential functions of the job) and you are on a fixed term contract (specific timeframe) then they can end the contract with you unless there is language in the contract that states otherwise. Read the contract language.

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Answered by Olaf von Strauss

you need to take that up with a lawyer. not sure what your contract states, but it is possible!
Answered by Greenbay All the Way!!!!!

It depends how long you have been working there. It sounds as if you have not been there very long, otherwise you would be on the permanent staff, not on a contract. In the UK, You have to have been working for the same employer for two years to have full workers' rights.
Answered by snetterton

yes they can.
Answered by Jerry M

I think so, there's a lady at my work whos been of sick for about a year, had all the sick notes etc and she's just been finished. A company will only let you stay off sick for so long, if it becomes apparent that you can no longer do your job, so it';s best to finish
Answered by lisa_b

take it further contact labor lawyer if what u say is 100% then u have a good case to go at them!!!
Answered by PEACE!

Yes they can actually. How long have you been out sick? Read the contract that you have signed fully and if there is not word on it take it to a lawyer.
Answered by kydseoul26

DO NOT SIGN ANYTHING!!! They are trying to get out of the contract by a mutual agreement because they are tired of paying for your care. You signed up to receive health benefits from the company and that is exactly what you are entitled to do unless you choose to waive that. That is what they are trying to do, I would suggest getting and talking with a lawyer. They can't get out of it without your consent. Don't give it to them!
Answered by mblastguy

I dont think you can get dismissed on medical grounds, speak to ur union or an employment solicitor for advice
Answered by tinow

yes i have a friend who had heart surgery last year, works for the hospital in the kitchen.but hasnt been able to even get up his blood pressure is up medicines are not working and is not able to function. the job informed him to now register for unemployment benefits. and he has kept them notified as well.
Answered by gubwv

What type of "contract" do you have? If you actually signed a contract that says you will work for a certain amount of time and they will pay you, there should be a termination clause that will tell you how and for what reasons they can terminate the contract. If you are a salary employee like most people, you can be fired any time, any day, for any reason - just like you can quit any time. If you are not sure what you should do... talk to a lawyer. They might be trying to get you to do something that would only benefit your employer. *** Don't sign anything until you talk to a lawyer! *** *** Don't sign anything until you talk to a lawyer! *** *** Don't sign anything until you talk to a lawyer! ***
Answered by George K

What is this condition you have? Will you be able to get back to work? What is the use of the contract if you are not able to do it? It sounds like what you are describing is warnings.
Answered by geessewereabove

If you are in the UK see a solicitor.... Depending on how long you have worked for them they will have to pay you off.... This can be upto 3 years wages... I hope you get better...
Answered by Martin G The Next Prime Minister

if your medical condition stops you doing your job long term then depending on your contract they may be entitled to terminate it. how long have you worked there? what job do you do? does your illness fall under the disability act? go and seek legal advice.
Answered by crazymental

doesnt sound like they are trying to force you. but if you cant do the job, then they need someone who can. and looks like they are making an offer. they need to look out for whats best for their company and other employees. if you cant do the job quit. but no they can not legally make you quit or fire you
Answered by RT(R)

My father was retired on the grounds of ill health after some depression but that was a good few years ago now. I think it depends really but you'd be best to ask a lawyer/solicitor. You will get legal aid if you're in the UK and are eligible.
Answered by M H

Yes your work can lay you off if you have a medical condition as this has happened to me if you are off work for a long time they are entitled to get someone else to do your job.
Answered by SARAH B

Did you inform them of your illness prior to them employing you? At my old job I recieved an oral warning before they took any official action. Not to sure. Contact citizens advice maybe they could help.Good Luck
Answered by LifeLessFrightening87

It is normal practice to limit the period a CONTRACTOR can take to recover from any medical problem. The time limit is normally defined in the contract. My experience is that a 2 week limit is quite normal. Beyond that, the employer may terminate the contract, due to default on the part of the contractor. Harsh, but that's contracting for you!
Answered by Bob P

yes they can but it doesnt sound like it has been well managed. If your employer has a pension scheme then you might qualify for entry into the long term incapacity scheme if there is one, but usually only if u r judged to be fit to return to normal duties within a 2 year period........ usually the employer will consider ending the contract if no real improvement can be foreseen, and if u have been paid for x months, and then on no work no pay there is no other alternative unless the above applies
Answered by mark_2005_london

Yes they can if they can demonstrate you are unable to fulfil you contract of employment.
Answered by Wish Fairy