Legal Question in Employment Law in New Jersey

Employer giving me hard time over being sick

I am employed by a large well known insurance company. This company has a policy written in the company handbook stating that I am to receive 8 sick days.

Over the weekend I was involved in an accident where I fell off a ladder. I felt that my leg was too injured and needed to rest it for a few days.

I have taken both Monday and today off. I had called both my supervisor and manager to let them know and followed up with a detailed email.

My employer appears to be giving me a hard time in regards with repeated phone calls and emails. It seems that the manager is agitated because he had a lot of work for me to do.

Is there any laws that can protect me in this regards if I get terminated or harrassed at my work for legitimately calling in sick according to the company policy?

Should I tell my boss that I am going to consult with an attorney over their actions?


Asked on 8/07/07, 10:14 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Fred Shahrooz Scampato Law Office of Fred Shahrooz Scampato

Re: Employer giving me hard time over being sick

It would be a very good idea for you to obtain a doctor's note supporting your contention that you are injured and are legitimately taking a sick day. I'd have such a doctor's note faxed to your office. Depending on the circumstances you may be protected under state and federal law, however, I recommend that you speak face to face with an attorney to go over your rights under the law. But if you wish to find out more about the law and your rights, then visit my website: njlaborlaw.com Check out my links section for additional help.

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Answered on 8/07/07, 11:55 am


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