Common use of Proof of Illness or Injury Clause in Contracts

Proof of Illness or Injury. If the University has reason to believe there is an abuse or pattern of absence, the University may require the employee to provide a doctor’s note. If a request for a doctor’s note is made, the supervisor shall provide advanced notice to the employee that s/he must present a doctor’s note upon returning to work. This does not prevent the University from taking disciplinary action against the employee based on the abuse or pattern of absence. Verification shall include:

Proof of Illness or Injury. If the University has reason to believe there is an abuse or pattern of absence, the University may require the employee to provide a doctor’s note. If a request for a doctor’s note is made, the supervisor shall provide advanced notice to the employee that she/he she must present a doctor’s note upon returning to work. This does not prevent the University from taking disciplinary action against the employee based on the abuse or pattern of absence. Verification shall include: