Leave Status. If an employee refuses to go on a leave status or refuses to request paid or unpaid leave, the Employer may place the employee on an unpaid leave or disability separation. Such leave shall continue for a period of two (2) years unless the employee is certified as being able to return to work by a physician of the employee’s choice. If the employee is not able to return to work by the end of that two (2) year period, he or she shall be deemed permanently separated from employment with the Employer.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement
