Legal Question in Employment Law in Massachusetts

sick leave

I have been out of work a few too many times, but with doctors notes. I've been scheduled to have kidney stones removed but until then I am in severe pain. I've was given pain medication for the pain and was told I cannot take them at work. My job suspended me for being ou sick. Can they really do this? I am also a single mother and need my job.


Asked on 5/12/04, 4:13 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Nance Lyons Law Office of Nance Lyons

Re: sick leave

You should tell your employer that he is violating the disability discrimination law and that you will bring an action if not restored to work. At the very least, it may make him worry that he will have to hire a lawyer to defend suit.

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Answered on 5/21/04, 11:12 am
Evan Fray-Witzer Law Office of Evan Fray-Witzer

Re: sick leave

You may be entitled to protection under the Family Medical Leave Act depending on how many people are employed at your workplace, how long you have been employed, and how many hours you work.

Evan

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Answered on 5/12/04, 4:19 pm


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