Leave

The Family and Medical Leave Act is a piece of federal legislation. It provides eligible employees with the right to take unpaid leave for certain family or medical reasons without the risk of losing their jobs. For employees, it is important to have a basic...

When a medical or family situation demands time and energy, you sometimes must take time off work. Under the Family and Medical Leave Act, you may have the right to take up to 12 weeks of job-protected, unpaid leave. Understanding your rights enables you to care for...

FMLA leave enables employees to care for their needs and those of their families without the risk of losing employment. However, the FMLA does not apply to all workplaces and employees. Workers in California should understand who is eligible for FMLA leave and which...

Certain California workers are covered under the federal Family and Medical Leave Act. This law provides important protections to eligible employees who work for employers covered under the FMLA. Employees who are eligible to take leave under the FMLA might also be...

While you want to be a diligent employee, your life simply doesn't revolve around your job. You also have your health and a family to take care of and support. Some companies try to facilitate a positive work-life balance for their staff members by offering generous...