Following on from the workshop this month on legal considerations & actions on medical incapacity, this update provides a simplified overview of key tips you should know about medical incapacity.
In New Zealand employment law, medical incapacity refers to a situation where an employee is unable to perform the duties of their role due to illness or injury, and that incapacity is either ongoing or unlikely to resolve within a reasonable timeframe. Employers have a legal obligation to act in good faith and follow a fair and reasonable process before considering termination on medical grounds. Dismissal for medical incapacity may only be lawful if, after proper consultation and assessment, it is determined that the employee is no longer able to carry out the inherent requirements of their role and no reasonable accommodations are possible. Join us for this webinar as we discuss how to go about this process.
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