How Might Military Service Affect Employment?

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How Might Military Service Affect Employment?
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If you are interested in joining the military but
are presently employed, you may have questions
about how your military service could impact your
employment status. Serving in the military is a
noble pursuit. Worries about your job should not
dissuade you from enlistment. In fact, you are
federally protected from discrimination in the
workplace while serving in the military.
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The Uniformed Services Employment and
Reemployment Rights Act is the go-to law that
protects service members from workplace
discrimination. There were 1,328 cases filed in
2013 with 25 percent of complaints involving
allegations of improper reinstatement following
return from service.
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Basic Protections
The Uniformed Services Employment and
Reemployment Rights Act is the go-to law that
protects service members from workplace
discrimination. There were 1,328 cases filed in
2013 with 25 percent of complaints involving
allegations of improper reinstatement following
return from service.
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Not only is your right to work protected, but you
can also maintain access to the health care and
401(k) benefits you enjoy. Enrollment, fees and
employer contributions to health care plans and
retirement benefits can depend on the length of
time spent away from your job, but access should
remain nonetheless.
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Your Duty As An Employee
Mobilizations can be the last minute, especially
as a reservist or guardsman. Regardless, you
should give your employer verbal or written
notice of your absence as soon as possible. If
you are gone for longer than 30 days, switching
to TRICARE is recommended.
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However, if the Consolidated Omnibus Budget
Reconciliation Act (COBRA) protects your
employers health care plan, you are entitled to
keep it at up to 102 percent of your premium
price (the standard cost plus a two percent
service fee). When you are away for service, you
may be required to continue contributions to your
401(k) to remain eligible for benefits. Your
employer can provide you with information
specific to your plan.
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If you are a current service member or are
considering enlistment, you should report any
discrimination by your employer. A Los Angeles
employment law attorney at The Kaufman Law Firm
can help you better understand your protections
under the law.
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