There are many reasons why an employer may want a doctor’s note. Maybe you requested sick leave for a health related issue or are taking unpaid leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Or, maybe you have sustained a work related injury and are out of work on workers’ compensation. Whether your employer…
You’ve worked hard all year and you have finally decided to take that much needed vacation. One problem. Your employer says no. Beyond frustrated, you wonder, is it legal? Can your employer deny your vacation request? They’re your earned vacation days after all. Unfortunately, your employer can legally deny your vacation request, with a few…
You are currently taking time under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and a holiday falls on the week that you are taking leave. Is it legal for your employer to count the holiday towards your bank of FMLA days? The answer to this question will depend on when you are taking leave and…
If you’re unfamiliar with how bereavement leave works, how much time you’re entitled to, or whether your employer must provide it, this article will walk you through what you need to know.
Unlimited PTO sounds like an amazing benefit. But, is it too good to be true? Don’t get us wrong, any PTO is a benefit. However, in most cases unlimited PTO is not any better than a traditional PTO plan. In fact, it is sometimes worse. If you are trying to decide between two jobs and…
In most cases, yes, you can be fired if your employer requires you to work in the office and you refuse. If you are scared to return to the office because of the COVID-19 pandemic, that may not be enough. You will need a legal reason and being scared or nervous is not a legal…
According to a recently written Department of Labor (DOL) opinion letter, parents can take FMLA leave to attend special education meetings, specifically Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings. What qualifies as an IEP meeting? An IEP is an individualized educational program provided for a child that qualifies through evaluation. Once your child qualifies for an IEP,…
In this article, we explore the answer to “do you accrue PTO while on FMLA,” how FMLA interacts with employer PTO policies, and what your rights are as an employee under the law. We’ll also discuss what you can do to protect your benefits during your leave.