attendance at work

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Hi all! A question for you... Has anyone ever filled out FMLA paperwork

for intermittent absences from work due to chronic illness?

I have been with the same employer for 6 1/2 years and my attendance

has never been brought into question. However, I have missed 9 days of

work in the past 4 months, including three important meetings that

happened after the work day. I have never exceeded my allotted annual

sick days, and I have never had a negative performance review.

However, my boss brought into question my absences and wants to meet

with me to " discuss why I have been absent and missed meetings. " I've

explained that I have a chronic illness and only miss work in extreme

instances. I get the feeling my boss thinks I'm exaggerating or making

excuses.

My doctor said there is some federal law related to FMLA and I should

have him fill out paperwork.

Just wondering if anyone has ever dealt with this type of issue with

their employer.