So today on 03/20/20 I met with my boss (the owner) regarding my upcoming schedule at a family owned grocery store.Due to the coronavirus, many departments have cut hours so employees (like me) are taking on separate tasks at times.My boss asked if I would support the managers with grocery shopping,curb side pickup (groceries to their car),cashiering & customer service.I informed him that I didn't feel comfortable with that much interaction because of my health.I am typically stationed at a desk,in another building where I don't have to enter the main store as much.I have uncontrollable asthma, severe allergies, easily get sick and a tremor associated with anxiety & stress.He gave me two choices,help with the interactive tasks or get cut from next weeks schedule.This occurred in front of our new manager who looked shocked.2 hours prior to this,he praised me on my team work but after my concerns regarding my health were brought up,I was told that I don't support the team.I have a video chat with my primary care doctor on Monday but I wanted to hear from a legal perspective.I am looking for any advice that could help me through this.Job hunting is very difficult with the coronavirus.
There are numerous laws that relate to the situation you describe and this situation sounds very serious. You should seek out a consultation with qualified plaintiff's employment discrimination counsel before making your next move. There are numerous qualified attorneys in the area, including on this site. Good luck with it.
F1 visa student worked off campus with his ssn?
is it going to cause my friend in trouble straight away or going to cause trouble later when he tries to convert his visa status ?
