Can my employer call my doctor?

Generally, yes, your employer can call your doctor; however, the questions your employer ask is limited and protected by HIPAA Privacy Law. Your employer has the right to contact your doctor to verify the authenticity of a doctor’s note but cannot ask about your medical condition or diagnosis.

Want to Call Out Of Work? 17 Lawful Reasons To Call In Sick

That brutal winter cough. The eye doctor’s appointment you’ve been putting off for a year and a half. Your son falls off the monkey bars and needs a cast. Your fourteen-year-old dog dies. Your basement floods. You’re just plain tired.

Lunch and Break Rules for 6-Hour Shifts in California: Understanding Your Rights

An employer may not employ an employee for a work period of more than five hours per day without providing the employee with a meal period of not less than thirty minutes. If you work at least 3.5 hours in a day, you are entitled to one rest break. If you work over 6 hours, you are entitled to a second rest break. 

8 Tips on Toxic Work Environment Lawsuit

To be classified as toxic, a work environment must host illegal harassment and behavior that impacts a person’s ability to do their job. It is the duty of employers to prevent their workspaces from becoming toxic, or hostile.
Are Medical Expenses Tax Deductible in California

Are Medical Expenses Tax Deductible in California?

Find out if your medical expenses qualify for tax deductions in California and how to calculate eligible unreimbursed costs. Learn about deducting COVID-19 treatments, out-of-pocket expenses, and when to itemize versus take the standard deduction.
How Many Days Off Work Can You Take for Grieving

How Many Days Off Work Can You Take for Grieving?

Understand bereavement leave policies, eligibility, and procedures to navigate this challenging time effectively. Learn how businesses manage bereavement leave to support employees' mental well-being and personal responsibilities.
What Is a Protected Activity in Legal Terms

What Is a Protected Activity in Legal Terms?

Protected activities safeguard workers from retaliation when addressing workplace issues like discrimination, safety, or fair wages. Learn key examples and legal frameworks to ensure employee rights are upheld.
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