The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is an important form of workplace protection. Even the most dedicated and responsible employees could find themselves dealing with unexpected medical issues or tragedies in their families that require a leave of absence from...
Family And Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Can your employer fire you if you need leave to care for a child?
As a parent, you have a moral and legal obligation to your children. When they need help, it is your responsibility to provide it. You should seek medical care when your child falls ill and ensure that they have all of the necessities to thrive. Sometimes, children...
New York’s Paid Family Leave law provides added worker benefits
Needing time off from work is something that almost every person needs now and then. You may be someone who needs extended time off due to a personal medical condition or in order to handle a close family member's care or for another reason covered under federal law....
Big changes are coming to New York’s FMLA
In case you haven't heard, if you work for one of the many private employers in New York's boroughs, you could be paid at least a portion of your wages while you are out on family leave. Earlier in 2017, legislators passed a law that requires private employers (public...
New paid leave policy may bring relief to New York families
If you can't afford to take off work, you are in the same boat with many in New York. This is why you dread getting sick or when someone in your family falls ill. However, it may be that a situation is imminent, and you will have to take some time to get your family...
Denying leave to new parents may violate FMLA rights in New York
Having a child is often a joyous time in a person's life. Because expanding a family is a considerable life change, many people need time away from work in order to care for their new children. Under the Family and Medical Leave Act, workers should have the ability to...
New York workers may suffer from FMLA violations
The Family and Medical Leave Act often acts as a lifesaver for many individuals who have medical issues themselves or who have family members with such issues. Though the FMLA protects workers who qualify for extended leave, some employees could face...
FMLA violations may warrant legal action in New York
The Family and Medical Leave Act helps many employees who may need extended time away from work in order to address personal or family medical issues. The FMLA protects workers from suffering unnecessary negative repercussions as a result of taking the approved...
What might an FMLA violation look like?
Employees are protected by several state and federal employment laws. These laws protect everything from workplace conduct and hiring practices to wages and hours. While you may know about and understand these laws in theory, potential violations can be much more...
3 FMLA notification requirements with which employers must comply
Giving proper notice when it comes to employment leave is critical. While many people assume the requirement to give proper notice falls solely on the shoulders of the employee taking leave, employers also have an obligation to give proper notice. This is particularly...
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