Can my boss fire me?

Question

I work in a Nail Salon with a tough Vietnamese boss lady. In the last month I have called off work 3 times. 1st my son was throwing up. 2nd I was having some bad morning sickness 3rd My son and I have some bad runny noses, sore throats, and coughs.    I didn't have doctor notes for the others, but today I'm going to get one since I'm taking my son to the doctor this time. She doesn't know I'm pregnant. And according to the government I am self employed but trust me I don't get treated like I am with this career.

Answer

You need to tell her your pregnant that way the times that you have morning sickness you are protected under pdl (pregnancy disability leave) however in reference to your son if she deems you are missing to much yes she can ? hope he starts feeling better soon

Answer

I was an independent contractor (hair stylist for 12 years) so I know the way our industry works. One you need to tell her you're pregant and yes you'll be covered through the state that with a Drs release note you can be excused off work now obviously because you rent your station I'm assuming, you won't get paid from her but would have to file with the state for disability. But like another woman said if you're just taking time off for your son she CAN fire you. But you need to explain to her, you have to touch your clients and are in close proximity to them, and I'm sure they wouldn't want to get sick from you or want someone sick in their personal space making them uncomfortable. And as long as you pay her, her rent on time that's what should matter. Don't let her bully you. PERIOD. Learn and research the rights you do and don't have.

Can my boss fire me?

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