Employment Law Guide

USERRA

Guidance on federal and state laws governing how to handle and manage employee requests for time off to serve in the uniformed services; also addresses how to prevent discrimination against employees who take or request leave to serve in the uniformed services.

Federal Law and Guidance

This guide helps HR professionals understand how to comply with the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act of 1994 (USERRA) when an employee needs time off for military service. It covers employer coverage, employee eligibility, notice and posting requirements, benefits and compensation, reinstatement rights and exceptions, job security, prohibited actions, enforcement, waiver of rights, and USERRA's interplay with other federal employment laws.

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