EDIT: and using PTO
Currently trying to leave my current org due to its toxic environment. I have two leads for jobs that are paying 15-20k more than what I earn. The problem is that my job is not only strictly on site but very understaffed (3 people including myself.) I have been using PTO time every week for a few weeks now for these interviews and my current job is starting to get suspicious. Today they asked for proof for an appointment I said that I had. I obviously don’t have the proof (although I can forge it easily) and it’s the first time they’ve asked. Do I have any protections? I wasn’t planning on using sick time— just PTO and it feels like they’re prying into my personal life.
For context I live in California.