Anti-Retaliation Protections in Paid Sick Leave Laws
All mandate states prohibit retaliating against employees for using earned sick leave. Prohibited acts include firing, demoting, or reducing hours in response to a leave request.
Because several jurisdictions grant a private right of action, retaliation claims can exceed the cost of the leave violation itself. Document legitimate, non-retaliatory reasons for any adverse action.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I fire someone who uses too much sick leave?
You may enforce genuine absenteeism policies, but not in retaliation for protected sick-leave use; document non-retaliatory grounds.