Cal. LAB § 234
This is the official text of Cal. LAB § 234, part of California’s Labor Code — governs wages, workplace safety, and employee rights.
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Official statutory text
An employer absence control policy that counts sick leave taken pursuant to Section 233 as an absence that may lead to or result in discipline, discharge, demotion, or suspension is a per se violation of Section 233. An employee working under this policy is entitled to appropriate legal and equitable relief pursuant to Section 233.
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