FMLA Retaliation
I am a Federal employee and have been at my job for 22 years. Earlier this year I was diagnosed with a hiatal hernea that causes severe reflux issues. I filed FMLA paperwork to cover those rare times that I miss work.
I have a bid position (specific duties) and can perform all of my duties without issue. On rare occasion I am asked to help in other areas when we are short handed. A few weeks ago I was asked to perform a task which aggrivated the hernea and caused me enough distress that sought medical attention.
Now I am being told that if I cannot perform ''other'' duties outside of my own I must provide medical documentation and go on ''light'' duty (which usually leads to removal from your job and transfer to another office).
Would I have legal recourse?