Is it in any way illegal for terminate an employee for not providing a document that has already been provided?
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Is it in any way illegal for terminate an employee for not providing a document that has already been provided?
My daughter was in a serious roll over vehicle accident. She spent the night in a hospital where several tests were run on her. She was released the next day with no serious injuries. The doctor’s note which cleared her for work and acknowledged no injuries. However, it also said that,
Asked on July 20, 2019 under Employment Labor Law, Arizona
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 4 years ago | Contributor
Unless there exists an employment contract or union agreement to the contrary, then your daughter has no claim. The fact is that a company can set the conditions of the workplace much as it sees fit (absent some form of legally actionable discrimination). This includes obtaining and providing a second doctor's note to prove your ability to safely do your job.
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 4 years ago | Contributor
Unless there exists an employment contract or union agreement to the contrary, then your daughter has no claim. The fact is that a company can set the conditions of the workplace much as it sees fit (absent some form of legally actionable discrimination). This includes obtaining and providing a second doctor's note to prove your ability to safely do your job.
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