; (C) obtain or assist a related person described in paragraph (3) in obtaining psychological or other counseling; (D) seek relocation; or (E) take legal action, including preparing for or participating in any civil or criminal legal proceeding related to or resulting from domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking. (d) Utilizing paid sick leave (1) In general If the need for leave is foreseeable, the request by an employee shall be made at least 7 calendar days in advance of the date for which the leave is requested. (2) Non-foreseeable requests If the employee is unable to request leave at least 7 calendar days in advance, the request shall be made as soon as is practicable. (3) No contingency A Class I railroad carrier may not make the use of paid sick leave contingent on the requesting employee finding a replacement to cover any work time to be missed by the requesting employee. (4) Prohibition on adverse action A Class I railroad carrier is prohibited from— (A) dismissing, suspending, laying off, demoting, or disciplining (including assigning points, demerits, or disciplinary citations under any attendance policy) an employee because the employee has requested the use of or has used paid sick leave