I was told by my benefits provider we Seoul’s initiate back to work discussiona in mid August. Instead I received a letter laying out the days/times of my gradual return to work schedule a week later. My first meeting with my employer was on the first day of this gradual return to work schedule. At the meeting I was effectively constructively dismissed. My former position was given to someone else and the ‘new’ position presented is a significant demotion in both responsibilities and salary. I asked for time to review the role and consult with advisers. The HR rep wanted to know if this meant I was not returning for the ‘second’ day on my alleged return to work schedule.

If I do not come in on this second day am I jeopardizing my LTD benefits if it’s somehow construed I am refusing to come to work? What’s the sequence I need to follow to safeguard my position?