Jermaine, a Janitor, Fell from a Ladder While He Was

question 9

Multiple Choice

Jermaine, a janitor, fell from a ladder while he was changing a light bulb and hurt his leg and shoulder. As a result, he has been unable to work for the past five years and is drawing 60% of his salary. Under what benefit plan is he covered?

• A) Wellness
• B) Short-term disability
• C) Keough
• D) Long-term disability
• E) Employee assistance

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