San Francisco, CA asked in Car Accidents, Employment Discrimination and Employment Law for California

Q: I have a friend that works at Dennys she was in a car accedent on the way to work. She ended up going to the hospital

She contacted her employer to let them know she wasn't going to make it in. When she was discharged she provided the company with a copy of the discharge papers. They are now asking for a copy of the police report. Can they ask for this

4 Lawyer Answers
Neil Pedersen
Neil Pedersen
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  • Employment Law Lawyer
  • Westminster, CA
  • Licensed in California

A: There is no law prohibiting that. Tell your friend to just get the report and provide it.

Good luck to you and to your friend.

William John Light
William John Light
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  • Personal Injury Lawyer
  • Santa Ana, CA
  • Licensed in California

A: Denny's can ask. She is not required to provide it. If she needs sick leave due to injuries, an off work note from her MD is sufficient. However, Denny's may look down upon a refusal, and your friend might then be looking for a wrongful termination attorney.

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  • Personal Injury Lawyer
  • Sacramento, CA
  • Licensed in California

A: Under California law, an employer has the right to verify the legitimacy of an absence, especially if it affects work attendance or might be related to a potential workers' compensation claim. However, the request for a police report should be relevant to the employer's need to verify the absence. If your friend feels uncomfortable or believes the request is intrusive, she should express her concerns to the employer. It's also advisable to consult with a California attorney to understand her rights and if the request is deemed overly invasive.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
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  • Personal Injury Lawyer
  • Little Neck, NY

A: It's common for motor vehicle accident reports to be requested to verify an accident. Good luck

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