Sick Leave Compensation

[sjal2]

What is the name of your state?What is the name of your state? NJ

I was an employee of a UNION and upon leaving I did not get compensated for sick leave. In its constitution it states that members (which I am) are entitled to compensation for lost leave. It also states that it has a no loss no gain policy on this issue. In view of this could I be eligible for this leave leave - (this accumulation could be over 1600 hours)

Thanks in advance.

sjal2

 

[JETX]

I was an employee of a UNION and upon leaving I did not get compensated for sick leave. In its constitution it states that members (which I am) are entitled to compensation for lost leave. It also states that it has a no loss no gain policy on this issue. In view of this could I be eligible for this leave leave - (this accumulation could be over 1600 hours)

And what EXACTLY was the response when you asked your former employer that question??

 

[sjal2]

no way

Union (employer) said no way - only pertains to part time not full time employees. (Constitution shows no distinction......should a lawyer and suit be filed (or threat of suit)

 

[cbg]

The law does not require that unused sick time be compensated at termination. Therefore, your issue is with the union and must be handled through their grievance procedures.