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Time Off & Problems
Leave, sickness, and what to do when you're treated unlawfully.
Holiday, sick leave and FMLA — what you're actually owed
There is no federal law requiring paid holiday or paid sick leave. The US is genuinely unusual here: paid time off is a benefit your employer chooses to offer, not a right.
Discrimination, harassment and how to complain
At-will doesn't mean lawless. It's illegal to fire or mistreat someone because of race, national origin, religion, sex, age or disability — and the EEOC exists to enforce it, free of charge.
