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Employee broke arm and off work, use of vacation time without consent

Asked over 3 years ago - Washougal, WA
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I broke my arm (away from work) have been off for two weeks, doctor anticipates at least two more weeks before return to work. Just found out my employer moved up my vacation and paid me for it without my knowledge or consent. Vacation was due in about 3 weeks. Is this legal?

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Answered over 3 years ago. Landlord / Tenant Lawyer in Orlando, FL.
If you qualify for the Family Medical Leave Act you may be entitled to time off from work but it does not guarantee that you will be paid. The employer may have moved up your vacation so that you can receive pay while you are out. I am not admitted in Washington so i don't know if there are state or local laws that provide for disability benefits in your case.
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