To assist with understanding the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA), ESGR has partnered with the Department of Labor to create a list of frequently asked questions (FAQs) concerning USERRA. These FAQs may help eliminate any problems with your employees by keeping you informed of your rights and responsibilities. View the FAQs here.
Other sources for USERRA FAQs are:
Title 20 Chapter IX Part 1002 - Regulations Under USERRA
Title 5 Chapter I Subchapter B Part 353 - Restoration to Duty from Uniformed Service or Compensable Injury
Title 38 Chapter 43 - Employment and Reemployment Rights of Members of the Uniformed Services
DoD Instruction (DoDI) 1205.12 Civilian Employment and Reemployment Rights for Service Members, Former Service Members and Applicants of the Uniformed Services
32 CFR Part 104 Civilian Employment and Reemployment Rights for Service Members, Former Service Members and Applicants of the Uniformed Services
Department of Labor Non-Technical Guide to USERRA
ESGR has provided resources to use as a quick reference when working with your civilian employer and military command.
While preparing for mobilization or demobilization, review these checklists, made available by ESGR. While not every step is required to maintain reemployment rights, following these steps can help ensure a smooth transition to and from military service.
More Helpful Links
Sample letters for notifying employer of upcoming military service and return to work.
Department of Labor Veterans' Employment and Training Service
Department of Justice
Office of Special Council
Department of Education - USERRA-like protection for students in the military.