# MetLife Disability File Cox Position Statement Contradiction / Statute
1 “Your disability claim was received on May 28, 2024 and approved for the period June 3, 2024 through July 1, 2024.” (MetLife Letter, p.1) “Mr. Coates failed to request any leave or accommodation for his absences in June 2024.” (Position Statement, p.2) Contradicts Cox’s assertion of no request.
29 C.F.R. § 1630.9 (failure to accommodate)
2 “Employer contact: Cox Communications HR was notified of your claim on May 29, 2024.” (MetLife File) “Cox was unaware of any disability claim or need for accommodation prior to disciplinary action.” (Position Statement, p.3) Contradicts Cox’s claim of lack of notice.
42 U.S.C. § 12112(b)(5)(A)
3 “Medical documentation received and accepted June 2, 2024.” (MetLife File) “No medical documentation was ever provided to support Mr. Coates’ absences.” (Position Statement, p.4) Contradicts Cox’s assertion.
29 C.F.R. § 825.302(c) (FMLA notice)
4 “Approved for Short-Term Disability (STD) benefits for June 3 – July 1, 2024.” (MetLife Letter, p.2) “Mr. Coates was absent without leave and subject to corrective action for the same period.” (Position Statement, p.5) Contradicts payroll/discipline records.
29 C.F.R. § 825.220 (prohibited interference/retaliation)
5 “Employer failed to respond to MetLife’s request for additional information on June 5, 2024.” (MetLife File) “Cox fully cooperated with all disability claims and requests.” (Position Statement, p.6) Demonstrates lack of cooperation.
29 C.F.R. § 1630.2(o)(3) (interactive process)
6 “Your claim was approved based on medical necessity and documentation provided.” (MetLife Letter, p.2) “No documentation was ever provided to Cox.” (Position Statement, p.4) Contradicts Cox’s claim.
42 U.S.C. § 12112(b)(5)(A)
7 “Disability claim covers all absences from June 3, 2024 through July 1, 2024.” (MetLife File) “Absences in June were unexcused and subject to corrective action.” (Position Statement, p.5) Contradicts Cox’s basis for discipline.
29 C.F.R. § 825.220(c)
8 “Return-to-work date set for July 2, 2024.” (MetLife Letter, p.2) “Mr. Coates did not communicate any expected return-to-work date.” (Position Statement, p.6) Contradicts Cox’s claim.
29 C.F.R. § 1630.2(o)(3)
9 “Employee notified of right to appeal any denial or reduction in benefits.” (MetLife Letter, p.3) “Mr. Coates was not denied any rights or benefits.” (Position Statement, p.7) Contradicts Cox’s assertion.
29 C.F.R. § 825.300
10 “Employer failed to provide requested payroll information to MetLife.” (MetLife File) “Cox provided all necessary payroll and employment information.” (Position Statement, p.8) Contradicts Cox’s claim.
29 C.F.R. § 825.500