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How to Talk to HR About Your Addiction Recovery
How to Talk to HR About Your Addiction Recovery If you’re thinking about getting addiction treatment or already in recovery, you’re probably juggling a lot—emotions, logistics, maybe even fear about how this might impact your…
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Can I Lose My Job If I Refuse a Drug Test After Treatment?
Can I Lose My Job If I Refuse a Drug Test After Treatment? What to know before you say no. If you’ve recently completed addiction treatment, you’re likely focused on staying grounded, keeping your recovery…
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How to Find an Addiction Treatment Program That Accepts Your Insurance
How to Find an Addiction Treatment Program That Accepts Your Insurance So—you’ve made the decision to get help for drug and alcohol addiction. First, take a deep breath. That’s a big step. Maybe you’re feeling…
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How to File a Complaint if Your Employer Violates Your Rights During Rehab
How to File a Complaint if Your Employer Violates Your Rights During Rehab So, you’ve made the brave decision to seek treatment for drug or alcohol use. Maybe you’ve entered a rehabilitation program, taken time…
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Can I Be Breathalyzed at Work?
Can I Be Breathalyzed at Work? Let’s say you’re at work, and suddenly your supervisor asks if you’ve been drinking. You’re caught off guard—and now you’re wondering: Can they actually give me a breathalyzer? The…
Resources for Employees Seeking Financial Assistance for Addiction Treatment
Resources for Employees Seeking Financial Assistance for Addiction Treatment If you’re ready to start addiction treatment but feeling overwhelmed by the potential costs—you’re not alone. The price tag of rehab can seem intimidating, especially if…
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Can My Employer Fire Me for Relapsing After Treatment?
Can My Employer Fire Me for Relapsing After Treatment? If you’ve recently gone through treatment for drug or alcohol use and you’re doing your best to stay on track—but find yourself struggling with a relapse—you…
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Do I Qualify for FMLA If I Need Outpatient Rehab?
Do I Qualify for FMLA If I Need Outpatient Rehab? If you’re thinking about starting outpatient rehab but wondering, “Will I lose my job if I take time off?”—you’re not alone. The good news is…
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Alcohol and Drug Testing Laws in California: What Employees Should Know
Alcohol and Drug Testing Laws in California: What Employees Should Know If you’re working in California and feeling unsure about your rights when it comes to alcohol and drug testing, you’re not alone. Between new…
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Can My Boss Deny My Request for Rehab Leave?
Can My Boss Deny My Request for Rehab Leave? If you’re a professional and you’re ready to seek treatment for drug addiction, alcohol addiction, or substance abuse, you might find yourself asking a difficult question:…
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