Virginia § 51.1-1176 - Exclusions and limitations
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 51.1-1176 — Exclusions and limitations, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 51.1-1176. Exclusions and limitations
A. Disability benefits shall not be payable to any participating employee (i) whose disability results from the employee's commission of a felony or (ii) during any period when the employee is incarcerated.
B. Long-term disability benefits shall not be payable to any participating employee whose disability results from the abuse of alcohol, the misuse of any prescribed medication, or the misuse of any controlled substance, unless the employee is actively receiving treatment and, in the judgment of the case manager, is fully complying with the treatment plan and is making substantial progress toward rehabilitation.
C. Disability benefits shall not be payable if the participating employee is determined by the Board or its designee to be noncompliant with the program.
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 51.1-1176
What does Code of Virginia § 51.1-1176 cover?
Section 51.1-1176 ("Exclusions and limitations") is part of the Code of Virginia, the codified statutory law of Virginia. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Virginia § 51.1-1176?
A common citation format is "Code of Virginia § 51.1-1176" (Virginia). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Virginia law?
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How does Virginia § 51.1-1176 apply to my situation?
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