Add Comment Question: I am returning to work after an 8-month stress/burnout leave, and my doctor has recommended that I continue working from home (which I have been doing for the past 4 years) and reassess the situation after 3 months. However, my employer is denying the accommodation request based on my LTD claim being denied, citing insufficient evidence to support the accommodation. Additionally, they are requesting my consent for a third party to speak with my doctor regarding this matter. Could you please advise on my rights in this situation and the best course of action to take? Thank you for your help. Answer: Hello, While we cannot give you legal advice on your specific matter without first having a consultation with you to understand all the fact, generally, your employer has a duty to accommodate your medical restrictions to the point of undue hardship. It is not up to your doctor to decide what is the best accommodation for your restriction. Rather, your doctor must provide the restriction, then your employer must decide how to accommodate that restriction. You must ensure your accommodation allows you to work within the terms of your restriction. It is not clear from your question what is the medical restriction you have or why it can only be accommodated through work from home. Please feel free to reach out to us to discuss. We do not generally recommend that you allow third parties to communicate with your doctor directly. Rather, if they have questions, they should put them in writing and you can take their letter to your doctor. Regards, Lluc Cerda Lawyer Your Comment * Your Email * Your Name * Your City Note, your name, city and email is not displayed on the website. It is used to notify you that we have approved your comment.