QUESTION
Can employers make stipulations regarding when an employee can take their sick time?
Asked on Jan 17th, 2014 on Labor and Employment - Georgia
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I was told by my employer (police department) that I can no longer take sick time on my Monday or Friday (of my work week) and it I also could not take sick time on Friday, Saturday, or Sunday without a doctor’s note.
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Yes, especially if it is the government.
Answered on Jan 21st, 2014 at 5:59 AM
Yes, in GA, this is legal. Employers are not required by law to give any sick time, therefore, they may be arbitrary about such matters. If you do not like this, the remedy is to find another job. Stupidity is not illegal.
Answered on Jan 20th, 2014 at 4:17 PM