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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nIn a recent ruling (October 10, 2024, no. 26417), the Italian Supreme Court clarified that caregiving does not require constant presence at the family member\u2019s home, but can include errands, as long as they are aimed at the disabled person\u2019s well-being. The Court also confirmed that using leave outside working hours does not count as abuse, since the leave is granted on a daily, not hourly, basis. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
In another ruling (September 9, 2024, no. 24130), the Court stated that personal activities, as long as they do not interfere with caregiving, are not considered abusive. However, if the employee engages in activities far from caregiving, such as going to the beach instead of assisting a family member (Cass. Civ., Labor Section, June 16, 2021, no. 17102), it is considered misuse, and the employer can take disciplinary action, including dismissal for just cause. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Employers can hire investigative agencies to check for abuse, but these investigations must be conducted within legal boundaries, respecting the employee\u2019s privacy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n