Doctor's note declined?

I'm anyone could help answer this I'd be very greatful.

I recently took one day off for medical reasons. I called into work as I'm supposed to and went to my doctor, got a medical necessity note for my absence, but the HR dept tells me they no longer accept doctor's notes for any absences. Basically, medical note or not, it hurts my attendance record (and could count towards termination).

Is this legally allowed? I thought doctor's notes had to be accepted. Of course, I could be wrong, but this seems unfair if someone has a legit reason to be out for medical reasons.

Since this may be dependant on where I am, I live and work in Brevard County, Florida. I do understand that Florida has fewer laws to protect employees but I simply don't know the specifics.

I did try to research this myself, but sifting through all the articles is mind numbing after a short time.

Lloyd

Lloyd,

I doubt state law would govern this. Your claim would be based on company policy and procedure. You must have, for some reason, believed that a doctor's note would suffice as an excuse for missing work. Was this printed in a company handbook? If yes did they change the policy? If you were never informed of this change this may be grounds to fight the new policy.

So are you saying that you are not afforded any sick days during the year. This may be a violation of state law. Fl law may lay out how many sick days an employee is entitled to depending on what the employee's status is.