12- 170 C.M.R. ch. 10, § V

Current through 2024-51, December 18, 2024

Section 170-10-V - Complaint Process

A. Any aggrieved party who believes that they have been unreasonably denied leave under 26 MRSA Section850 who contacts the Bureau will be provided a copy of these rules, a copy of 26 MRSA Section850 and a complaint form.

B. Based on a written complaint by the aggrieved party, the Bureau will investigate in accordance with the procedures used in investigation of wage complaints, including, but not limited to, accessing employer records. The investigation of any complaint may be conducted with the cooperation any other agencies the Bureau deems appropriate.

C. Any communication with or information provided to the Department under this section will be considered confidential in accordance with MRSA 26 § 3 and may not be divulged to any other person or agency except in so far as may be necessary for the enforcement of this chapter. Provided however that the Department may disclose such information:

1. When the aggrieved party and the employer consent to its release;

2. To any party involved in litigation under this chapter when the information is relevant to the claim;

3. to other government agencies when the Director believes that the information will further the protection of the public or assist in the enforcement of local, state, and federal laws.

12- 170 C.M.R. ch. 10, § V