Is there a law that says an employer can’t deny an RTO?
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Is there a law that says an employer can’t deny an RTO?
My employer said I can’t ever RTO, I have to get
the shift covered for that day. Is that illegal?
Asked on July 2, 2018 under Employment Labor Law, Utah
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 5 years ago | Contributor
Time off is NOT a right: an employer does not need to *ever* give employees time off (unless they are eligible for and using FMLA medical or paterntity/maternity leave). It is voluntary for employers to allow time off; being voluntary, employers can put any restrictions or limitations on its use that they want, including that shifts must be covered.
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