Common use of Doctor’s Verification Clause in Contracts

Doctor’s Verification. The City may require a medical release to return to work and/or a doctor’s verification of illness after a member has been absent on sick leave more than three (3) consecutive days or when a member’s pattern of sick leave use indicates potential abuse of sick leave. Any expenses, not covered by the member’s insurance, resulting from a verification of illness or a release to return to work will be the responsibility of the employer. Abuse of sick leave may be cause for disciplinary action. If the City is dissatisfied with the report of illness from the member’s physician, the City may require a medical exam from a doctor selected by the City, at the City’s expense.