Legal Question in Employment Law in New Jersey

Can my employer ask for a doctor's excuse in this instance: leaving early for a doctor's appointment that was made THAT day? Does this violate any laws regarding medical privacy?


Asked on 9/30/09, 9:15 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Randall Brett Law Office of Randall P. Brett

Your employer can ask for you to bring a note from the doctor verifying that you were seen by him/her that day. The verification of the office visit is a legitimate management request. However, your employer cannot require that the doctor provide confidential medical information.

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Answered on 10/06/09, 8:52 am


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