Add Comment Question: I've been working for an employer for 12 years. Never had any issues. I took a medical leave due to stress and I was fired for theft the day after I submitted my 2nd doctor's note. My co workers started she was angry with me for not coming back. I want to know if it's legal to be terminated while on sick leave if it's for something like theft Answer: Thank you for your question. If you did steal, then that may still be cause for your termination, despite your medical leave. However if you did not steal, then this is clearly a wrongful dismissal and human rights violation by the company. Please give us a call at the number below to discuss your situation in more detail. We would be happy to discuss your options with you and give us our best advice. Your Comment * Your Email * Your Name * Your City Note, your name, city and email is not displayed on the website. It is used to notify you that we have approved your comment.