Legal Question in Medical Leave in California

miscarriage

if i had a miscarriage and called in sick, can my employer count it as unexcused absence?


Asked on 9/22/08, 12:45 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

Re: miscarriage

You should advise the employer that you are requiring it to be treated as a medical leave under FMLA/CFRA. Get your doctor to provide verification to the employer. You are generally protected against 'retaliation' or 'discrimination' for taking such medical leave.

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Answered on 9/22/08, 1:25 pm


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