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  • Feb 26, 2013, 09:30 AM
    scottr1981
    Can I be disciplined for the amount of time I have been ill?
    I have had two injuries and been ill on two occasions in the past calender year. On each occasion I have followed the company procedures and guidelines for reporting said illness. The company have now began a disciplinary procedure against me citing my amount of time off work as the reason for these proceedings. Are they allowed to do this?
  • Feb 26, 2013, 09:48 AM
    smoothy
    Sad to say... but yes.

    If you aren't able to perform your job to the ability required... they actually can get rid of you.

    Disciplined beats getting fired.
  • Feb 26, 2013, 09:57 AM
    dontknownuthin
    It depends on the specific circumstances.

    Can you provide us more detail on the exact circumstances, such as "diagnosed with strep, took one day per doctor recommendation - was contageous" or, "had required hip surgery, took recommended time for recovery, x days".

    Also, please advise how large of a company you work for. If it's over 50 employees and you meet the other conditions, your absences may be covered by the Family and Medical Leave Act.

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