Can my employer fire me if I am on worker's comp leave?
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Answer:
Under the California Labor Code (Section 132a), your employer may not discriminate against you because of your work injury. In addition, the California State Department of Fair Employment and Housing administers the laws prohibiting harassment or discrimination in employment. They may be reached at 1-800-884-1684. The Federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination against workers with physical or mental impairments. Under the ADA, your employer may be required to provide reasonable accommodations for your disability. For further information, call the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission at 1-800-USA-EEOC.
Please see the information at the following links:
http://definitions.uslegal.com/e/employment-termination/
http://www.dir.ca.gov/dwc/dir2.htm
