Kevin Bright, a fitness instructor, was hospitalized after breaking both of his legs at work as a result of tripping over unprotected wire at the entrance to his workplace. Due to the extent of his injury, Kevin requires a surgery followed by a four-month rehabilitation during which he will not be able to perform his work duties. Kevin’s Base Wage is AED20,000 a month. Kevin’s rehabilitation must take place at the hospital facility equipped with special devises to guarantee his full recovery. Each month of rehabilitation costs AED30,000, which is more than what Kevin makes a month. Kevin worries that he cannot afford to stay in the hospital, so he calls you for your advice. 1. As per UAE Labour Law, what is Kevin’s right regarding his injury at the workplace? 2. Shall Kevin get paid during his rehabilitation? If yes, how much? 3. Who shall pay for his medical expenses during the rehabilitation?
Kevin Bright, a fitness instructor, was hospitalized after breaking both of his legs at work as a result of tripping over unprotected wire at the entrance to his workplace. Due to the extent of his injury, Kevin requires a surgery followed by a four-month rehabilitation during which he will not be able to perform his work duties. Kevin’s Base Wage is AED20,000 a month. Kevin’s rehabilitation must take place at the hospital facility equipped with special devises to guarantee his full recovery. Each month of rehabilitation costs AED30,000, which is more than what Kevin makes a month. Kevin worries that he cannot afford to stay in the hospital, so he calls you for your advice.
1. As per UAE Labour Law, what is Kevin’s right regarding his injury at the workplace?
2. Shall Kevin get paid during his rehabilitation? If yes, how much?
3. Who shall pay for his medical expenses during the rehabilitation?
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