Family and Medical Leave Law

The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is a U.S. law that allows eligible employees to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave each year for specific family and medical reasons, such as caring for a newborn, adopting a child, or addressing serious health issues. During this leave, employees are entitled to maintain their job and health insurance benefits. To qualify, employees must work for a covered employer and meet certain work hour requirements. The FMLA aims to support workers in balancing their job responsibilities with important family and health needs.