Sick Leave France shifts sick pay burden to employers Critics warn that reform may not help to curb workplace absenteeism iStock.com/RomarioIen Image Josh Stephens Senior Reporter Tuesday 25 February 2025 French workers will see significant changes to the country’s sickness benefit system from March as the government attempts to crack down on employee absenteeism. Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Sick Leave Tesla defends visiting homes of sick German workers Sick Leave Suspicious of mounting sick leave, German bosses turn to private eyes Sick Pay Selling porkies? SA court rules on dubious sick note dismissal Sick Leave UK’s workforce is sick and getting sicker, study finds