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Two days of sick leave are refused and deducted as three days. Can I file a salary complaint?

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I took sick leave for 2 days, which were Monday and Tuesday. However, my sick leave was not attested and was refused by HR.

In the attendance record, they marked me as absent for 3 days, including Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday. My salary is being deducted for 3 days.

Can I file a salary complaint with MOHRE for illegal deduction?

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Mohamed Bakheet Advocates & Legal Consultants
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28 Apr 2024, 20:54

Hi,

Yes, a complaint can be submitted to the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation.

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KHE Legal Consultancy
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29 Apr 2024, 04:55

Dear Questioner,

According to the UAE Labor Law, the employee must notify the employer about his sickness within a maximum of three days and submit a medical report on his condition, issued by a medical entity.

 If 2 days leave is marked as 3 days, you can file a complaint with MOHRE for the illegal deduction.

Review your contract for your company policy.

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Alawi Aljaberi Advocates & Legal Consultants
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29 Apr 2024, 05:18

No, because it depends on the company's policy to consider it sick leave or absence.

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Jassim Ali Al Haddad Lawyers and Legal Consultants
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29 Apr 2024, 05:52

Dear Inquirer,

We are pleased to serve you and address your inquiries.

Complaints related to labor rights are submitted to the Ministry of Emiratisation and Human Resources, which is responsible for adjudicating them.

If anything else is required, don’t hesitate to contact us via email or call our offices in Dubai or Sharjah.

Jasim Al Haddad Law Firm

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