Costa Mesa vs Santa Ana

Does my OC employer have to give more than 5 days of sick leave?

Not under local law. Only state law applies, requiring 40 hours or 5 days minimum. Some OC employers voluntarily offer more, but no city or county ordinance mandates extra accrual.

Can I use sick leave to care for a sick parent?

Yes. State law expressly permits use for the diagnosis, care, or treatment of a parent, spouse, child, sibling, grandparent, or grandchild's existing health condition.

Do part-time employees get sick leave?

Yes. Any employee who works at least 30 days within a year is eligible. Accrual is typically one hour for every 30 hours worked, capped at 80 hours unless the employer is more generous.

Can my employer ask for a doctor's note?

California law discourages routine notes for short absences. Employers may verify abuse in limited circumstances, but cannot require notes for every use of statutory paid sick leave.