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Can an employer require a doctor’s note for one day off?

HR Digest

Sick leave policies vary, and while some states limit when employers can request a doctors note, others leave it to employers requirements. Whether its requesting a doctors note from an employee or enforcing employer rights for sick leave , knowing how to ask for a doctors note and your medical leave proof options is crucial.

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The Juggling Act of the COVID Circus

HR Digest

This article is a guide for Employers on the application of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (“FCCRA”) as related to managing work and leave options for Employees who have children at home who would ordinarily be in school or in daycare. Emergency Family and Medical Leave for Virtual School.

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Sick leave policies: A comprehensive guide for employers and employees

Business Management Daily

Therefore, it’s essential to have a sick leave policy in place to give your employees some time off when needed. There are plenty of legal considerations and workplace trends to keep up with that will inform how you should build or update your sick leave policy. What is sick leave?

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Comprehensive Guide to the Best Employee Benefits Options for 2024

Empuls

It will keep the staff covered against all manner of medical facilities and remuneration for partaking in various healthcare services. Paid time off (PTO) PTOs include vacation days, sick leaves, and personal days. This, however, is still on the bright side of the work environment. Examples of leading companies 1.

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A return-to-work process after an extended employee absence

Insperity

By far, a personal health or medical issue, injury or disability are the most common reasons for employees to be absent for prolonged periods. Regardless, these procedures should be documented in writing and incorporated into your employee handbook. Ensure compliance with all relevant HR documentation and legal requirements.

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COVID-19 pandemic: How to prepare your business

Insperity

Adapt your sick leave and other attendance policies. If someone is sick, encourage them to stay home. This choice is as much about encouraging people to play it safe when sick by staying home as it is about being supportive of the local medical community. Involve your employees in developing and updating your plan.

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The do’s and don’ts of handling employee absences

Insperity

There is a wide range of reasons for employees being out of office, including: Illnesses or medical emergencies Vacations Extended leaves (medical or personal) Appointments Bereavement Volunteerism Children’s school activities Religious holidays or floating holidays Elder care , child care or pet care.