Special Employment Laws That Apply to US Military

Military service members have special employment protections under federal law, including re-employment rights and protection from discrimination.

USERRA Protections:

• Right to return to civilian employment after military service
• Protection from discrimination based on military service
• Accumulation of seniority and benefits during service
• Reasonable accommodation for service-connected disabilities

Key Requirements:

• Advance notice to employer (when possible)
• Cumulative service limit (5 years with exceptions)
• Timely return to work after service
• Honorable discharge (generally required)

Remedies: Reinstatement, back pay, benefits restoration, and attorneys' fees available for violations.