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Seems unfair to me that I've had an issue come up with my health with a know issue, I'm a 70% disabled vet and going to a few VA appointments that I've told my boss was informed about in as much of advance that I knew minus the er trips
answered on Jun 20, 2024
No, your employer cannot legally fire you, a disabled veteran, solely for having too many VA appointments or trips to the ER, especially if you have provided as much advance notice as possible. You are protected under several federal laws:
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I have been denied vacation time 2x. Other employees are receiving their vacation time . I reported being singled out and said I was filing a complaint. That I no longer wished to be under my current supervisors. They moved me to another correctional facility under what feels like retaliation.
answered on Jun 20, 2024
Yes, as a member of the National Guard or a veteran, you are protected under Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws. Two key federal laws provide these protections:
The Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA):
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I am salary and missed 2 days of work due to drill for the ANG and my employer is reducing my pay for the 2 days of missed work. I believe my pay is protected under FLSA since I did not miss a week of work. They told me my options were to take my PTO or Unpaid Leave. They had prior notice to my... View More
answered on Jun 20, 2024
Employers are generally required to follow certain laws and regulations regarding pay for employees who are members of the National Guard and are called to perform military duties, including drills. The key law governing this area is the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act... View More
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