Legal Question in Medical Leave in Louisiana

Do I need to tell my employer about my surgery?

I need surgery for melanoma. I have to take leave from work for about 6 weeks. I do have short term disability. Do I have to tell my employer why I need surgery? I'd rather that he didn't know.


Asked on 12/28/08, 7:35 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Nick Pizzolatto, Jr. Pizzolatto Law Office

Re: Do I need to tell my employer about my surgery?

That is an interesting question. If you intend on applying for short, or long-term disability, you have to tell someone, and the employer will surely find out that way.

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Answered on 12/29/08, 8:39 am


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