Originally Posted by
Carl Spackler
Sick leave abuse is one of the most serious offenses you can have in your employment here. Its a legal issue. There are rules of evidence and procedure. Proven guilt is almost always a firing offense even for a first occasion. Pilots are NOT being terminated for it. You saying that there is abuse is your personal and anecdotal opinions. Nothing more.
DALPA can't fix sick leave abusers. If it's proven, you're done. DALPA can't help you.
Carl
ALPA can ensure due process is followed and ensure the punishment fits the crime. The punishment should be also take into consideration what the company has previously adminstered to other pilots for the same offense.