If I am on short term disability for my main job, can I work in a limited capacity at another job?
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If I am on short term disability for my main job, can I work in a limited capacity at another job?
Asked on September 12, 2012 under Employment Labor Law, New York
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MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Probably not. When on short term disability, yourI typical insurance binder states you cannot have outside employment. This is because outside employment defeats the purpose of short term disability. You can contact the insurance company and ask general questions.
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