USERRA protects the job rights of individuals who leave their civilian jobs for military service (voluntarily or involuntarily) or National Disaster Medical System service.

Reemployment Rights
You have the right to be reemployed in your civilian job if:

• You notify your employer before leaving

• Your service does not exceed five cumulative years

• You return or apply for reemployment promptly

• You are not separated with a disqualifying discharge

You must be restored to your previous job or a comparable position.

Protection From Discrimination & Retaliation
Employers may not deny employment, reemployment, promotions, or benefits based on:

• Past/present uniformed service

• Applying or being obligated for service
  They also may not retaliate against anyone assisting with USERRA enforcement.

Health Insurance Protection

• You may elect to continue your employer-based health coverage for up to 24 months

• Upon return, you are entitled to reinstatement in your health plan without waiting periods (unless service-connected)

Enforcement

• Contact VETS at 1-866-4-USA-DOL or dol.gov/vets

• You may file a complaint with VETS or take civil action directly

U.S. Department of Labor: 1-866-487-2365
Office of Special Counsel: 1-800-336-4590

See attached poster for more information.