Can an employer prohibit employees from taking PTO during a specified timeframe?

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Can an employer prohibit employees from taking PTO during a specified timeframe?

I have been working for a company for almost 2 years now, we recently got a new manager who runs things a bit different. She has posted a note stating we are not allowed to take time off furting the period of 11/4-12/26. I was wondering if this is legal? I had no problem getting time off with my old manager but I feel this is unfair because I am also a college student and i need time off during finals.

Asked on October 3, 2012 under Employment Labor Law, California

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SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 11 years ago | Contributor

Yes, an employer is entitled to set rules and restrictions on the use of paid time off, including setting "blackout periods" when no one may take or use PTO. The employer does not have to take the employee's needs or desires into account in doing this


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