Right to see my employee files

I just have a simple question. I want to know if I have the legal right to see my employee files. I know that my employer has put notes in my file that are questionable, and I have ask to see my file and they will not let me see. DO I HAVE THE RIGHT TO SEE THEM????

1 answer  |  asked Sep 8, 2007 2:29 PM [EST]  |  applies to Ohio

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Neil Klingshirn
You do not have a legal right to see personnel files

Personnel files and other employer documents about employees are the property of the employer. Employers do not have an obligation to share them with their employees.

Many employers share such information with employees because it is a good practice to do so. If the employer refuses, however, you cannot go to court to force the employer to give you a copy.

Best regards,

Neil.

posted by Neil Klingshirn  |  Sep 8, 2007 3:01 PM [EST]

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