Three Reasons Why Your Sick Leave in Spain Could Be Revoked

Spanish Sick Leave: Three Reasons for Revocation In Spain, workers' sick leave isn't always guaranteed. A labor lawyer's recent video highlights three key reasons why sick leave can be revoked. The most frequent reason, according to the video, is non-compliance with medical appointments. The lawyer stresses that failure to attend appointments scheduled by both the doctor and the insurer can result in the suspension of benefits. "The mutuals have the right to control your medical leave," explains the lawyer in the video, referring to private insurance companies that often handle such matters. "Even for common illnesses, if you're summoned for a medical review and fail to appear without justification, your leave may be suspended." The video also mentions that fraudulently obtaining sick leave or refusing prescribed treatment can lead to similar consequences. Workers have a right to refuse treatment, but this must be justified. The video's popularity suggests widespread concern about these issues among Spanish workers. The lawyer's advice to always attend appointments and promptly justify any unavoidable absences provides valuable guidance.