job protection
Am I allowed to work another job while on FMLA?
Yes, but only if your current employer doesn't have a uniformly applied policy prohibiting it, and if the new job is compatible with the "serious health condition" for which you took leave
Is FMLA leave paid or unpaid at my workplace?
FMLA leave is primarily unpaid
What is the overall outcome, and consequences?
offering positive outcomes like improved infant health, increased father involvement, and better parental mental health. However, challenges remain, as the federal FMLA offers unpaid leave
How is eligibility determined (hours worked, Length of employment, company size)?
To be eligible for leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), an employee must work for a covered employer and meet three criteria related to length of employment, hours worked, and worksite size.
How do I request FMLA leave?
you must first notify your employer by providing enough information so they know the leave may be FMLA-covered, which can be a written or verbal request
Will I return to the exact same position or a similar one?
Yes the same position or a very similar position
Can I use sick, vacation or PTO ( paid time off) while on FMLA?
Yes, you can use sick, vacation, or paid time off (PTO) while on FMLA leave
How much FMLA leave am I entitled to?
You are entitled to up to 12 workweeks of unpaid, job-protected leave in a 12-month period under FMLA
How do I know I'm eligible for FLMA?
You are eligible for FMLA if your employer has 50 or more employees within 75 miles, you have worked for them for at least 12 months and 1,250 hours in the past year, and you have a qualifying reason for leave
Do I need to submit any forms or medical certifications?
Yes, you likely need to submit medical forms and certifications for things like FMLA leave or specific job requirements
What happens if my job changes or is eliminated while I'm on family medical leave
Your employer must still offer you an equivalent position with the same pay and benefits
will my health insurance continue while i'm on medical leave
Yes, your employer's health insurance will likely continue during your medical leave if the leave is covered by the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and your employer is a covered entity under the act
Does Fmla Leave have to be taken all at once?
No, FMLA leave does not always have to be taken all at once
What situations qualify for FMLA (my own health, family members health, birth/adoption, etc.)?
FMLA leave is available for an employee's own serious health condition preventing them from working, caring for a family member with a serious medical condition, the birth or placement of a child for adoption or foster care, and military family leave. A serious health condition
How much notice should I give before taking leave?
at least two weeks for planned vacation, or follow company policy and the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) requirements
Will my job be protected while I'm on FMLA leave?
Yes, if you are an eligible employee of a covered employer, the FMLA protects your job
do you still need to pay my share of insurance premium with medical leave
Yes, you generally must continue to pay your share of the health insurance premium while on FMLA leave, even if the leave is unpaid
WHat happens if I need more time than FMLA allows?
your employer isn't required to offer more job-protected leave, but you should explore other options
How long does it take to get approval?
Approval timelines vary significantly by context, from minutes for some credit card applications to weeks for a mortgage