Judith M. asked
I am a retired disabled fireman in Louisiana. The retirement board cut my monthly benefits because I received a $140,000 lump sum medical reimbursement settlement. The settlement was for medical expenses they did not cover when I went out on sick leave in 2008. The retirement board took the entire $140,000 out of my benefits, even though $36,000 went to attorneys' fees. Is this legal, and what steps can I take to challenge this?
July 18th, 2024
Michelle B. answered
The retirement board's action is likely illegal. According to Louisiana law, an employer must make a...
July 18th, 2024
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