yesterday I went to the doctor and was diagnosed with a sinus infection and bronchitis. He wrote me 3 different prescriptions. 1 for antibiotics, 1 for a decongestant and one for a cough syrup with a high level of codeine in it. He instructed me to take today off of work just to make sure I dont have any reactions to the meds and to allow me to have atleast 1 full day on the syrup since it will cause severe drowsiness. Keep in mind I drive a forklift for a living. \n   when I called in today my supervisor informed I would be wrote up for missing work today even though I have a doctors note specifically pulling me from work today. 3 "write ups" in a year means termination and this is my second of the year. Is this legal? Can they write me up if the doctor advised me not to work today? I live in Oregon if that helps any.
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Just let them do it, but keep the docs notes.  Start a paper trail of evidence just to cover yourself in any eventuality.  If they do dismiss you, then take legal advice and (possibly) sue on grounds of unfair dismissal.  Don't hint to you company you are thinking of this as they will be able to make your life awful without firing you, in an effort to get you to resign.  You could let them do this then speak to your bosses boss if you would feel comfortable doing this.  It does seem like they are acting unfairly, but tred carefully and plan your moves, don't get angry and aggressive.
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You have to do a few things actually.  The first thing is to get another letter from your doctor.  Have him make a few copies of it.  Give one copy to your employer and you keep the original.  Make sure your employer actually READS it in front of you.  You want extra copies because whenever they pop up and say that they dont have one on file for you, you have extras on hand.  Always keep a copy in your purse as proof.\n\nYou also want to contact your local labor board.  Let them know what is going on and if there is anything else that can be done.\n\nFinally, you may have to consult an attorney.  Thats your last resort but it may have to be done if your employer is refusing to honor your doctors notes.  Note though that your employer could be trying to force you out as well.  If you are strong enough to stand your ground, do so.  Make sure you are giving him no reason at all to dismiss you.  Then if you do get fired, you have ammunition on your side.\n\nI went through something similiar and it was found in my favor.  I wish you all the luck in the world.  You are in a tough spot.
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I don't believe your employer is able to send you home for being ill unless it is outlined in your employment contract.  If you have sick leave they may be able to send you home. I am not sure. But if they send you home I don't know if they could dock you pay.
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It should be standard management policy that sick days be excused with a doctors note ect.\n\nI would not get involved in that side but I would bring it up during\nnext meeting ect as to how management does deal with calling in sick and people abusing sick policy.\n\nsome people will never grow up.\nsome need to be written up...\n\nhow can one get sick just before work always....\nnot during holidays..\nnot on weekends==\njust on mondays  fridays\n\npaydays..
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why is it my B.S. sensors are going off right now?\n\nFederal law requires a signature when picking up presciptions....ESPECIALLY narcotics. They also require the person selling the medication to either personally know who it is they are giving it to or ID them if they don't. Most states require ID to be documented for all narcotic purchases, even when selling it to your mother.\n\nSo who's lying?
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Of course the law related to this issue, if there is any, would depend on which jurisdiction (state or country) you are in.  \n\nBut I'm not sure exactly what you are seeking.  Probation means that they are monitoring you.  They haven't cut your pay or anything.  What the company is saying is that your sick time is excessive.  I don't imagine they are saying anything about the truth or falsehood of your situation.  They're just saying that this much sick time isn't acceptable for them.  I don't know why you think this is strange.  No one can afford to keep paying people who aren't there, no matter how good their excuses are.\n\nThis doesn't appear to be a 'rights' issue to me, but one of asking for compassion.  Explain to your employer how much time you put in without pay, and try to make the case for why you shouldn't be on probation.  But I'd encourage you to think the issue through from their perspective first.  You seem to only be focused on your own needs, and with that attitude, you'll never be able to work out a working relationship that will work for both of you.\n\nBest of luck to you.
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Was a report made when you fell? If not when you go back to work make sure they are aware of what happened and that they file a report with home office. Then go to see an attorney and explain the situation to him.Bring your doctors statements or copies if you don't have them don't worry he will get them. He will be glad to take your case for a percentage if he feels you have one. Be sure you find an attorney who specializes in labor laws. Be sure to take the two days off that your doctor advised you to do.I believe they may only be able to deduct it off just this time only for the same incident, depending on the laws in your state. But don't make the mistake of letting them screw you over and don't worry about your new job they will have to compensate if they do you wrong. Follow the advice of your attorney. Find one who will offer a free consultation with you.
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The Health Department may ask to come and test everyone at your work anyway, but don't worry about it unless you start feeling unwell.\n\nhttp://www.angelic1healing.com
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Dear Cna62375,\nYou've certainly brought your mental health concerns to the right place! The Y!A community members are fully aware of and do appreciate the intimate conditions involving your prognosis. Most recognized doctors in the field of medicine would employ a holistic approach to your ailment.\n Cna62375, please begin your day with a well balanced breakfast to include an ample portion of fruits and grains. After your morning routines are finished, enjoy a brisk walk around the block. If you happen to meet any stray dogs along the way, it would be a good idea to antagonize the creatures in order to add some vigor to your workout.\nNow Cna62375, the remaining portions of your day should be filled with interesting activities and new studies to keep your mind active and in balance, complimentary to what you have done with the physical side of yourself.\nAfter loitering around at the public library all afternoon with a bunch of smelly hobos, you can appreciate a warm bath and time to be good to yourself. Begin to collect an archive of various music genres that you can resolve one day to enjoy after you get the rest of your chores done.\nCna62375, if after following my advice, simply take two aspirin and forget we ever had this little discussion.\nThank you, Cna62375. Have a great day!\nDr.Blake
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Contact your local health department.  You will need to go over your boss's head, which might cause some problems for you.  But in my opinion, it would be worth it to get those assholes to start obeying the law.  Best of luck.
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It is legal for an employer to take into consideration your sick time use as it pertains to annual evaluations.  Sick time is a privilege not a right and so are pay raises.  Normal use of sick time should not be used against you, everybody gets sick, but excessive use of sick time will be counted against you because when you are out alot, your co-workers have to pick up the slack which means you are not performing your share of the work.  This of course would mean no raise.  Sorry.
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Yes, especially if you are taking a narcotic (pain killer) or some sleeping pills.  Testing positive shouldn't be an automatic reason for termination of employment.  Most people who have a positive test are notified that they tested positive and are allowed to explain that they are on prescription medication.  The employer (or rather the agency that actually performs the test) will then contact your physician for a list of your medications.  If the medications match what you came up positive for (IE if you come up positive for cocaine and you have a prescription for lidocaine) then you will pass and your employer is usually never notified that you were on meds, they will simply be told that you passed.  However, if you test for something that you don't have a current prescription for then you will fail.
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You may or may not have a case, i guess i dont know the details. If he discussed the case with the cashier in an effort to solve the problem of who has the script, I dont think it would be a privacy violation (I maybe wrong) especially if he didnt disclose to her what drug you were taking. And its going to be hard to prove by word of mouth that this isnt what happened. If it was a personal conversation though and then it would probably be a HIPPA violation.  I'm an intern in pharmacy school but I'm not a legal expert so I don't know every little detail and what counts as a HIPPA violation and what doesnt. Also, if they end up not having that your ex isnt allowed to pick up your Rx you might have a tough time proving your case. Like I said though, I dont know the details of the incident nor am i familiar with the situation, and I'm sure im not hearing the whole story. It seems odd your doctor would "drop" you if there wasnt more to this story... You probably need to talk to a lawyer to get an exact answer if you really want to sue them. It sounds like it was probably an honest mistake by the pharmacy. Pharmacies usually have several thousand patients, and to be realistic its pretty much impossible to stay up on the domestic situations of each one. If they had a note on your husband, it was probably buried in the part of your profile called the DUR in which case they tech wouldnt have seen the note unless she was looking for it. I think you're also going to have to prove that your ex picked up your prescription... and even if he did, the pharmacy would be able to give you more if you had refills, though your insurance might not cover it. So yeah, you need to ask a lawyer... but IMO you dont have that much of a case... sorry about the trouble you've had though.
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I was an HR Director for about 10 years, although in California and Texas, not Washington. Anyhow, it's been a while, but here goes... Technically you were insubordinate and it is likely that the unemployment officer who officiates over the phone hearing will not believe that you meant anything else by saying d*ck in an e-mail (about someone who I presume is your boss). That said, I am wondering if they actually have your signature on anything that says that you are aware that "they" (your employer) have the right to read and monitor electronic mailings sent by you. Unless they (or you since you were the office manager) are very organized they may have trouble coming up with this paperwork. They need this in order to read your electronic communications and I would bring this up to the officer unless you know for sure that they have it and can easily access it. Also, I am wondering if there is any defense you might have with regards to why you said it or the context in which it was said. Additionally, has there ever been a time that you are aware of when "they" may have set a different precedent by not firing/terming someone based on this sort of insubordination? In other words, where someone else called  a manager a name of sorts, but were either not disciplined or disciplined without termination. I also have to wonder why your employer was able to read this e-mail (did someone show it to him or did you leave your computer on) and why he bothered to log on to your computer if that's what he did? Typically, I wouldn't do this unless I had it in for the person and usually that would mean a series of write ups (I'm a GM/PM now so I still have a number of reports and remember my HR days well). Unfortunately, most companies have a policy saying that they can terminate with no notice based on certain acts, one of which is insubordination. Still, I agree with you that he sounds like a jerk if this is all he had. He would have done better to call you in and find out why you felt like that, thereby trying to find a fix for the situation and gaining your loyalty if he succeeded. Good luck!
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Professionally speaking...always keep your policy and procedure handbook where you can get it.  Your policy and procedure handbook covers this and other problems you may encounter on the job and the chain of command for handling issues such as this.  Most jobs mandate that when there is a NO CALL- NO SHOW, the employee getting ready to go home must stay for no more than a half hour.  Well, that's how it was for the last two shift jobs I have had, the last one is still current.  After then it is the managers job to fill the spot.  If you can not get a concise answer from your P&P book, talk to management.  You really do not have time to play on the phone on company's time.  I hope that didnt sound too mean.  I am just saying, be cool and professionally handle these issues.  And as for the NC/NS, let administration handle that.  you just continue to do the best you can in your job responsibilities. Do not let lower level management hound you into a corner.  Review your manual.  This is not intended to be harsh. It is just straight up.
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Start looking for another job.  I would strongly advise against going over his head, nothing but trouble will come from that.  secodnly, dont ever say it's nto in my job qualifications, ever single job posting i have EVER seen has at the very end of the job duties description..."And other duties as necessary"  This is put in for this exact reason.  Once work becomes a dread to go to, it will do nothing but drag you down in and out of the office.  Look for another job.  But if it seriously hurts your back and he is aware of this and you have a physicians documentation on it, then sue the crap out of the and retire.
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U r screwed. Unless u have been to medical school and graduated, it is unlawful for u to write a prescription for any medication regardless of whether the dr told u to do it or not. I guarantee u that if it went to court, the dr would not stand up and say "Oh yes, I allow her to writs prescriptions all the time." He is also out of the scope of his practice if he is writing scrips for sleeping pills. The best u can do is report him to the dental board and hope they investigate and revoke his license. Do not ever write a scrip for any medication. Only a dr can do that.\nGood Luck.