What is FMLA?

FMLA is a federal law that allows employees to balance their work and family life by taking reasonable paid or unpaid leave for certain family and medical reasons. Eligible employees may take up to 12 workweeks of leave in a 12-month period.

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1. Am I responsible for making sure my time-sheets are complete during my FMLA leave?
2. Are all employees eligible for FMLA?
3. Do I need to provide a Medical Certification to support my FMLA leave request?
4. Do I need to provide Medical Recertifications?
5. How do I request FMLA leave?
6. How will my benefits be affected during my FMLA leave?
7. If I am out of time loss for a workers' compensation claim, how does that work with FMLA?
8. If I have sick leave or vacation leave accruals, do I still need to complete an FLMA Leave Request form?
9. Is my retirement affected by FMLA leave?
10. Must I use accrued time during my FMLA leave?
11. What assistance is available to me and/or my family during a health crisis affecting me or a loved one?
12. What is FMLA?
13. When can I take FMLA leave?
14. Who should I inform about changes during my leave and my plan to return to work?