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Wrongful Termination Court For Being Sick In Pennsylvania
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Unless you have a union contract, you're at will and can be fired for missing time due to an illness (unless you have FMLA, which which this person doesn't qualify for).
If your termination violates state or federal employment laws, it may be deemed wrongful. Common reasons for wrongful termination include discrimination based on race, gender, age, disability, religion, national origin, or sexual orientation.
If you are fired because you are pregnant, have a disability, are on maternity leave or complained about illegal discrimination, you may have a wrongful termination case.
Legally they cannot stop you from taking a sick day. They could reprimand you if you don't have sick time, but otherwise they are required to put in the time for your sick day and they can't say anything about it.
Notice Requirements: Although Pennsylvania does not require notice of termination for at-will employees, some employment contracts or termination due to plant closures and mass layoffs may require notice periods. Compliance with these requirements is necessary to avoid potential legal issues.
While multimillion awards are possible, it is crucial to keep in mind that federal laws limit the amount of punitive and compensatory damages awarded in cases involving wrongful termination. They cannot exceed $50,000 – $300,000, depending on the number of employees working for the employer's business.
If you are fired because you are pregnant, have a disability, are on maternity leave or complained about illegal discrimination, you may have a wrongful termination case.