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Employment LawUnited States (Federal)

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Summary

Provides eligible employees with up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave per year for specified family and medical reasons, while maintaining their group health insurance coverage.

Rights & Rules

  • 01.
    Right to take unpaid leave for the birth of a child or to care for a sick family member.
  • 02.
    Right to return to the same or an equivalent job after the leave period ends.
  • 03.
    Right to continue receiving employer-sponsored health insurance during the leave.

Penalties

  • 01.
    Lost wages and benefits (back pay).
  • 02.
    Reinstatement or promotion if a job was lost or denied.
  • 03.
    Liquidated damages and attorney fees.

Verified Citations

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