Examples of What Paid Sick Time Can Be Used For:
- Physical Health of Employee
- Physical Health of Employee’s Family Member
- Mental Health of Employee
- Mental Health of Employee’s Family Member
Know Your Rights and Responsibilities
An employee has a right to use Paid Sick Time without fear of retaliation. Employers have a responsibility to protect an employee’s right to sue for paid sick time.
What protections do I have for using Paid Sick Time?
An employer cannot retaliate against you for using Paid Sick Time. Retaliation includes any adverse action including threats, demotion, suspension, reduction of hours, or termination.
What are the penalties for my business if an employee is found to be terminated because of their use of Paid Sick Time?