What happens if my employer stopped paying my helth insurance premium but I kept paying my employer for it?
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What happens if my employer stopped paying my helth insurance premium but I kept paying my employer for it?
My employer stopped paying my health insurance premium and it has been terminated for almost 2 months but I’ve still been paying $57a week for it. Does he owe me that money?
Asked on June 27, 2012 under Employment Labor Law, Massachusetts
Answers:
MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
You need to talk to the department of labor and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. You may also (last resort) need to speak with private counsel. Sounds like your employer was stealing from you. Furthermore, the insurance company should have also sent you something indicating you may be eligible for COBRA or to issue something to you to indicate you are in danger of losing your insurance. File a complaint with the Department of Insurance in your state, as well. Not only should you be seeking reinstatement of your health insurance, but your employer should be charged fines for its behavior.
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