HR Chat: Religious Holidays

Your business provides paid time off for federal and certain religious holidays, including Christmas, as outlined in your employee handbook. Recently, an employee asked to work on Christmas in order to use the paid holiday for a different religious observance that they personally celebrate. Since your business is closed on Christmas, are you required to accommodate this request?

This type of situation can be challenging for employers, and if it’s not handled properly, it could lead to a claim of religious discrimination. With guidance from myHRcounsel’s attorneys, you can navigate the issue confidently, knowing you have the legal support needed to make the right decision for both your business and your employee.