Can my boss legally tell me I can't call in sick until the holidays are over without a doctors note?

Answer 1

Yes. The only time this would be illegal is if he is only asking people of a particular race or religion to do it. If it's an across-the-board rule during the holiday season, then it's legal.

It's not illegal to be a jerk; it is illegal to treat different races/religions differently.

Answer 2

Short answer is yes. If you're really that sick that you can't wait until the holidays are over, you can always visit the emergency room and get a doctor's note from them.

Answer 3

In Ontario, Canada, your boss could. I am unsure of where you are, but the employer does have a right to request proof of an "emergency leave" (as entitled under law), such as a doctor's note if the employee claims illness.

Answer 4

Yes, with the holidays, many employees call in, either from too much party the night before, and hung over... or call in to go to parties etc..... the dr's note puts a stop to this practice.

Answer 5

he can request you supply a doctor's note any time you are away claiming to be ill.
my doctor charges for notes, so what i do is show my boss the prescription the doctor wrote up, it has the date on it and she is quite happy to accept that instead of a note, however, there is another employee that takes advantage so the boss demands a note from her doctor every time.

Answer 6

Yes, he can legally require a doctor's note at any time.

Answer 7

call off and bring a doctor note

Answer 8

You need to check your coporations "policies and procedures" manual. Is there any employee handbook available to you?

Answer 9

depends on the state you live in, check local laws

Answer 10

Yes. If you are Union, then it will be contractual. If you are an employee at will he can tell you and make it stick.