HR Tip of the Week: How Safe Is It For An Employer To Separate An Employee Shortly After Taking Statutory Paid Sick?
October 26, 2026 | By: Brigette N. Eagan, Esq.
Can you terminate an employee for violating your sick leave policy, even when the employee has a retaliation claim? This week’s HR Tip from Genova Burns LLC Partner and Human Resources, Counseling & Compliance Practice Chair, Brigette N. Eagan, Esq., takes a closer look at the legal risks employers should consider when taking disciplinary action involving statutory paid sick leave.
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Tags: Genova Burns LLC • Brigette N. Eagan • HR Tip of the Week • Human Resources Counseling & Compliance • Employment Law & Litigation • Paid Sick Leave • anti-retaliation
