Is it legal to receive a 3-day lay off when you have missed work due to beingsick?

Is it legal to receive a 3-day lay off when you have missed work due to beingsick?

I have been sick for the past week and returned to work, still, with a fever of 101 degrees and severe respiratory problems. I work with elderly and felt I should not have been there. I went to the Director of Nursing who proceeded to tell me I was getting a 3-day lay off. I was just wondering my rights regarding this issue?

Asked on February 23, 2012 under Employment Labor Law, Ohio

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