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return2ozma@lemmy.world to News@lemmy.world · 2 days ago

Protester shot in the eye with rubber bullet during 'No Kings Day' rally in downtown Los Angeles

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Protester shot in the eye with rubber bullet during 'No Kings Day' rally in downtown Los Angeles

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return2ozma@lemmy.world to News@lemmy.world · 2 days ago
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The protester said the rally was peaceful until it suddenly got ugly. Now, as he recovers in the hospital, he's not sure if he'll get his vision back in his right eye.
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    I’ll adjust my comment because I realize it might be confusing. It’s protected by ADA but it doesn’t meet the requirements for a disability claim under Social Security:

    Whether you are totally, legally, or partially blind, you may be eligible for the Social Security Administration’s Disability benefits for the blind. In order to qualify, the SSA requires that your vision loss be quite significant and be present in both eyes. Those blind in one eye are not eligible.

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      It’s protected by ADA

      IOW - work from home (assuming job duties can be done remotely) due to being unable to safely operate a 2-ton vehicle. Of course you would need to actually relinquish driving altogether and not just use it to skip the commute.

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        Unfortunately no. Not only does monocular vision not automatically disqualify you from driving but you can still get a commercial drivers license with vision in only one eye.

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          Regardless, I would still stop driving and seek ADA accommodation with assistance from a medical professional. It should be noted that my driving skills are marginal (but passable) as it is.

          Even if some can pull it off doesn’t mean that I personally can. Some can run a mile under 6 minutes. I cannot.

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