Alternative work is work that is performed in a non-traditional setting or can pertain to a non-traditional work schedule. Some examples of alternative work include: Flextime--you work a variable schedule that may fall outside normal working hours or days. A compressed work week--a typical 40 hour week is compressed into longer hours for fewer days, such as (4) 10 hours shifts instead of (5) 8 hour shifts. Part-time work A partial work year Job sharing--when two employees share a single 40 hour a week job and split the time between each other. Telecommuting--when you work full time or part-time from home. Light-duty--when alternate work is assigned to you until you are able to resume your normal job duties again. Were You Injured at Work? If you are injured on the job, you may still be able to work but you may not be able to do the same job you did before your injury or you may not be able to work as long as you normally would. Maybe you are unable to drive, but perfectly capable of working from home. You might not be able to work 40 hours, but are able to work 4 hours a day instead of 8 hours a day. In all these cases, alternative work arrangements can allow you to maintain your position while working at your ability level. If you have been injured on a job you may be entitled to alternative work arrangements. If you feel you are capable of working an alternative schedule while on workers' comp then you may need an attorney to assist you negotiate an alternative work situation with your employer. To speak with a workers' compensation attorney in your area, please fill out our Free Disability Evaluation
