Legal Question in Civil Rights Law in California

I am a caregiver and recently had gallbladder surgery, the agency I go through for my clients requested a work release. I had my doctor fax it to them and then they sent it to my client without my permission. I may have lost my client and be out of work for 6 weeks. Was it legal for them to give my client my medical work release?


Asked on 11/30/12, 11:47 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

You have a patient who is your actual 'employer' for purposes of deciding who they hire or fire. Your agency is a really a middle man collecting your money, for a commission. Your 'employer' is entitled to demand and see a copy of your physician's release before allowing you to return to work. They knew you were off, and are entitled to know why before bringing you back if they want.

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Plus, in general, unless an employee is civil service, in a union, or has a written employment contract, they are an 'at will' employee that can be disciplined or terminated any time for any reason, with or without �cause�, explanation or notice.

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Answered on 12/01/12, 12:52 pm


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