Can a employer call you into work even tho I'm on FMLA. She the manager told me I would have to work cause they don't pay her enough to work two shifts. I just had knee surgery

I had knee surgery and was told by the surgeon that I needed at least two weeks off to heal. I had enough vacation time so that s not the problem. The problem was I had to work that Sunday even tho I'm still on FMLA because she would not work my shift plus I had to work the whole week. Plus I fell at work cause I wasn't ready to go back to work.

1 answer  |  asked Feb 4, 2017 7:05 PM [EST]  |  applies to Illinois

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J. Bryan Wood
If you were injured at work, you should consider contacting a workers' compensation attorney. You may be entitled to benefits for your injury. From your description, it sounds as though your employer may have violated your FMLA rights by requiring you to work during an approved leave (presumably under penalty of discipline or termination). But it's hard to tell from your description. You should contact an experienced employment lawyer who may be able to help give a more informed opinion about your situation.

posted by J. Bryan Wood  |  Apr 12, 2017 8:15 PM [EST]

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