Mental Health Discrimination

My statement is a clear and structured legal format while preserving the key details and emotional weight of my experience of discrimination. Below is a revised version that strengthens my narrative for legal purposes:

My case is still under review.

STATEMENT OF EVENTS RELATED TO WRONGFUL TERMINATION
Submitted by: Mary Janine Deneau (Mary Jane)

I. INCIDENT LEADING TO DISCLOSURE OF MEDICAL CONDITION
On the morning my mental health concerns surfaced, I confided in my Maintenance Supervisor, Joel, requesting that he sit with me briefly while I gathered myself in my office. He assured me he understood, citing his sister’s experiences with mental health challenges. However, just minutes later, my Assistant Manager entered my office and handed me her phone, relaying a call from my Regional Property Manager (RPM), who instructed me to close the office and go home immediately. When I inquired about the reason for this directive, I was informed that I was “acting funny” and that my maintenance supervisor had disclosed to management that I was schizophrenic.

This abrupt and unauthorized disclosure of my medical condition left me in shock. I proceeded to call an Uber and leave the premises, only later receiving official notice that I was being placed on Paid Suspension pending an investigation by Human Resources.

II. REQUEST FOR REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION AND MEDICAL TREATMENT
Following my suspension, I was directed to complete a Reasonable Accommodation Request acknowledging my mental illness, a copy of which was returned to management. During this period, I was forced to seek urgent psychiatric care at Longview, a crisis facility run by Summitstone, in order to obtain necessary medications. Due to previous gaps in medication availability, my condition had been exacerbated, creating significant personal and professional distress.

Medical professionals at Longview provided me with two formal doctor’s notes confirming that the lapse in my medication regimen was directly responsible for my temporary impairment. These notes also assured that, with proper medication, I could return to work without any accommodations. Understanding that such documentation was required for reinstatement, I promptly provided these records to Ms. Terry, hopeful that I would resume my duties at Lincoln Place Apartments.

III. CONDITIONS AT LINCOLN PLACE APARTMENTS
Upon joining Lincoln Place Apartments, I was shocked at the state of the property—contrary to its historically prestigious reputation. The maintenance and security standards had deteriorated significantly. Among the many issues observed were:

• Tattered and broken community furniture (including the library, pool sticks, and TVs)
• Nonfunctional security systems and locks, creating safety hazards
• A neglected dog park, unsuitable for resident use
• Lost and unsecured keys, exposing vulnerabilities in property management
• Disorganized maintenance operations, including an unmanageable breakroom doubling as a supply closet

Despite raising concerns regarding these deficiencies, no tangible improvements were undertaken prior to my suspension.

IV. TERMINATION AND FABRICATED DOCUMENTATION
Upon submitting my medical documentation with the intent of returning to work, I was redirected back to Ms. Terry, who informed me that I was being terminated nonetheless. Despite my documented ability to resume my duties, my employment was officially severed.

Shortly thereafter, I received a termination agreement and severance package to sign. However, the agreement was accompanied by a completely fabricated write-up, containing baseless accusations designed to justify my dismissal. I refused to sign either document, given the false nature of the allegations and their intent to damage my professional reputation.

Notwithstanding my refusal to sign, my final paycheck and severance were mailed to me. After consulting an attorney, I determined that cashing these checks did not equate to an admission of any wrongdoing.

Upon returning to Lincoln Place Apartments to retrieve my belongings and turn in my keys, I discovered that my Assistant Manager had already assumed occupancy of my former office and had noticeably altered her demeanor toward me. I maintain documentation of all communications relating to this sequence of events, including requests for my signature on the termination agreement and my formal refusal.

V. CONCLUSION
This termination was wrongful and unjustified, executed under pretextual reasoning and in clear violation of my civil rights. The disclosure of my Mental Health Medical condition, the retaliatory actions taken against me, and the fabrications presented in my termination paperwork are direct violations of workplace discrimination laws.

I submit this statement as a truthful record of events, supported by documentation and witness accounts.

Mary Janine Deneau (Mary Jane)