If I just got written up for being in the hospital but I have a doctor’s note, what can I do if they want to fire me?
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If I just got written up for being in the hospital but I have a doctor’s note, what can I do if they want to fire me?
Asked on January 9, 2013 under Employment Labor Law, Nebraska
Answers:
MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
If you have a doctor's note for being in the hospital and you were incapicitated so that you could not call in, then the employer trying to fire you could be liable with the labor department and in a civil lawsuit by you for wrongful termination. Make sure you have your handbook information and get ready to fight on this one.
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