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Family & care
Can I take leave to care for a sick family member?Background reading
Background reading
Eligible workers at covered employers can take job-protected leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act for qualifying family and medical needs.
The usual entitlement is up to 12 workweeks in a 12-month period. Different rules apply to military caregiver leave.
This is background information, not a state-specific answer. Legal review pending.
Is FMLA leave paid?Background reading
Background reading
Federal FMLA leave is unpaid. It protects the job and continuation of group health benefits on the same terms; paid leave may come from another law or an employer benefit.
This is background information, not a state-specific answer. Legal review pending.
Who qualifies for FMLA leave?Background reading
Background reading
Generally, you need 12 months with the employer, 1,250 hours worked in the previous 12 months, and a worksite with 50 employees within 75 miles. Your employer must also be covered.
This is background information, not a state-specific answer. Legal review pending.
How do I prepare my family’s documents for legal help?Background reading
Background reading
Start with relevant notices and correspondence; important dates; questions for an adviser.
Keep your own observations separate from what someone told you. These are preparation steps, not a finding about your rights or eligibility.
This is background information, not a state-specific answer. Legal review pending.
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