My son (age 36) who is a cop was diagnosed with epilepsy about a year ago. He has been doing a desk job for the last year. His medication seems to be working. About 6 months after diagnosis, he was allowed to drive, but not carry a gun. Today, he was notified that he will no longer have a job as of the last day of this month. He can either apply for disability (own occupation) that will cover 50% of his salary until age 60, or take another job with the city at 2/3rds less pay. He is wanting to go the disability route. It is his understanding that he will be able to work while on disability, just not for the city. He tends to be a little naïve and assumes way too much. He believes the advice of his union person and the union attorney is all he needs. His wife is an LPN and they have 4 kids. He has been told it is OK to work while waiting for the disability to be approved. He was told it is usually approved in 8 weeks. Any experiences or insight greatly appreciated.