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Family & Medical Leave Act FMLA
Under the FMLA, employees have the right to take up to twelve (12) weeks of leave from work for the birth or adoption of a child, to care for an immediate family member who is suffering with a serious health condition or to take leave for his or her own serious health condition. An employee is eligible for FMLA leave if he or she has worked for one year, has worked at least 1,250 during the year preceding the leave and the employer employs at least 50 people within 75 miles of the employee’s workplace. If the employee qualifies under the FMLA, then he or she is entitled to be covered under the group health insurance plan of the employer during leave and has the right to be placed back into his or her position when the employee returns, or a similar position if the same position is unavailable. The law also prohibits retaliation if the worker complains about violations of the FMLA.
FMLA cases are often difficult and complex. Each case requires a careful, focused, and thorough evaluation by a competent attorney who practices employment law. Our firm maintains an excellent reputation in the field of employment law both with employers and the legal community. Depending on the particular facts of your situation and your specific goals, we will work with you to negotiate with your employer, file a Charge of Discrimination with the appropriate federal, state or local agency, and represent you in federal or state court.
Please be aware that there are strict deadlines associated with bringing FMLA claims. In some cases, you may only have 180 days to file a claim or you forever loose your right to do so. If you believe your employer has violated you rights under the FMLA do not delay in contacting us for a comprehensive consultation.
FMLA cases are often difficult and complex. Each case requires a careful, focused, and thorough evaluation by a competent attorney who practices employment law. Our firm maintains an excellent reputation in the field of employment law both with employers and the legal community. Depending on the particular facts of your situation and your specific goals, we will work with you to negotiate with your employer, file a Charge of Discrimination with the appropriate federal, state or local agency, and represent you in federal or state court.
Please be aware that there are strict deadlines associated with bringing FMLA claims. In some cases, you may only have 180 days to file a claim or you forever loose your right to do so. If you believe your employer has violated you rights under the FMLA do not delay in contacting us for a comprehensive consultation.