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throughout his employment at the Meadowlands, petitioner suffered
from migraine headaches, a condition known to his supervisors at
the Meadowlands.
Over the years, petitioner’s migraine headaches have been so
severe that at times he required hospitalization. Petitioner’s
migraine headaches have caused panic attacks, as well as feelings
of anxiety and depression. In addition to other health problems,
petitioner’s migraine headaches also caused problems with his
voice.
Petitioner began betting on horse races as a teenager.
During his employment at the Meadowlands, petitioner “was running
to the window all the time in between races and making bets.”
After petitioner’s gambling habit began to affect his work
performance, he was told by Meadowlands management that he needed
professional help to deal with his gambling problem. In 1991,
petitioner began treatment for compulsive gambling. In 1992,
petitioner joined Gamblers Anonymous.
In February 1998, petitioner lost his voice and had trouble
with his eyesight. As a result, petitioner missed approximately
a month and a half of work. The Meadowlands placed petitioner on
paid temporary disability during this time and encouraged him to
seek treatment. After undergoing treatment from several doctors,
petitioner ultimately returned to work at the Meadowlands. The
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