Information About the Verizon EEOC Disability Settlement

The EEOC settled a disability discrimination suit against Verizon earlier this year.  The terms of the settlement apply to former Verizon employees who were terminated under the company's absence control plans when they should have been able to take further leave as a reasonable accommodation for an ADA-covered disability.  The settlement provides that former Verizon employees can file claims if they qualify for relief.   There is a toll-free number (1-855-793-1367 where additional information about the settlement can be obtained.  Or, individuals should contact the EEOC's web site for further information: https://eeocverizonsettlement.com