Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

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The FMLA is an acronym for the Family and Medical Leave Act. This federal law requires that companies provide up to 12 weeks of leave to “eligible” employees every twelve month period. The leave may be for pregnancy/birth, adoption, the need to care for a family member, or a serious illness suffered by the employee him or herself. To be an “eligible” employee under the FMLA a person must have worked at least 1,250 hours for the employer and the employer must employ at least 50 people. Employees are allowed to return to their positions after the leave at the same wage and benefit levels. Benefits continue to accrue, but usually the employee must continue to fund their portion of benefit programs during the leave.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What Is The Purpose Of The Family And Medical Leave Act?
The Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 (FMLA) was created as a way of providing employees with a means of coping with the challenging demands of family and home. It applies to companies with 50 … more
Which Employees Are Eligible To Take Fmla Leave?
Employees are eligible to take FMLA leave if they have worked for their employer for at least 12 months, and have worked for at least 1,250 hours over the previous 12 months, and work at a location … more
What Does The Federal Family And Medical Leave Act (Fmla) Govern?
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) allows certain employees up to twelve weeks of unpaid, jobprotected leave per year. The FMLA calls for notification responsibilities. It also requires … more

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