Originally Posted by
ImEbee
I find the term "abusing sick time" amusing. How can you abuse something that you have earned? I find it hard to believe that most companies require sick notes when employees take sick time. I have never heard anyone I know outside of the industry having to do this in order to take a sick day.
While I agree with your reasoning, be careful.
Sick time accrual is not treated as earned deferred income in the same manner as vacation under federal law. The courts have consistently ruled it is a benefit, with the amount in your bank being the maximum benefit the company will allow. If you leave the company, you should be paid accrued vacation, but baring contract language to the contrary you will not be paid sick bank.