The last time I called in sick, it was treated as a negotiation call. I informed them of my condition (discharge coming out both ends). Was told to call back in 30 minutes. I told them this would be my only call. At 11:00 am, they noticed my package car hadn't moved, and called to see if I was coming in or not.
Draw your own conclusion.
Just curious and cannot recall my readings of the contract...but I think I remember a phrase stating the employee would give a call within a reasonable amount of time when calling in sick before his start time.
Anything in the contract regarding this? If you call in an hour after the posted start, can that be considered a no call no show as the company was not given a fair amount of time to make adjustments for your absence.