USERRA: What Employers Should Know

When the National Guard and/or other armed forces’ troops are deployed, CalChamber’s Labor Law Helpline sees an uptick in questions about military leave.

Often, an employer may not even know that they have an employee with military obligations until they’re informed of a need to take leave for training or deployment. So, it’s critical for employers to understand the federal Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) requirements and protections, which are generally broader than California’s military service leave protections.

Read on for answers to common employer questions about USERRA, including who is covered,