BenefitsPRO July 5, 2024
Those eligible for FMLA can take it for their personal health condition or to care for immediate family, such as a spouse, child or parent.
The Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) protects workers needing extended time off to care for an ill loved one or their own mental and physical wellbeing. While someone recovering from surgery is an apparent reason for offering FMLA, time off for mental health can be a less clear area to navigate for many human resources (HR) departments. Mental health conditions requiring ongoing or extensive treatment may fall under the FMLA.
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The U.S. Department of Labor released a fact sheet to address questions about using FMLA while treating a mental health...
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