Protecting Your Federal Family & Medical Leave Rights
The Family and Medical Leave Act ('FMLA') protects your right to take unpaid leave for serious health conditions or family needs without losing your job. If your employer denied your FMLA leave, retaliated against you, or refused to restore your position, Jessica will fight for your rights.
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COMMON EXAMPLES
If you've experienced any of the following in New York, you may have grounds for a legal claim under federal, state, or city law.
Employers who wrongfully deny eligible employees' requests for FMLA leave violate federal law and may be liable for damages.
Firing, demoting, disciplining, or otherwise punishing employees for requesting or taking FMLA leave.
Employers must restore employees to the same or equivalent position after FMLA leave, with equivalent pay and benefits.
Discouraging leave requests, requiring unnecessary documentation, or otherwise interfering with FMLA rights.
Using FMLA-protected absences against employees in attendance policies or performance reviews is illegal.
Failing to maintain group health insurance during FMLA leave or denying benefits upon return.
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You may have a valid claim if you've experienced any of the following situations.
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FMLA Violations claims have strict filing deadlines. The sooner you act, the stronger your case.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
To be eligible for FMLA, you must work for a covered employer (50+ employees within 75 miles), have worked for the employer for at least 12 months, and have worked at least 1,250 hours in the 12 months before leave. Eligible employees can take up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave.
A serious health condition includes illness, injury, impairment, or physical/mental condition involving inpatient care or continuing treatment by a healthcare provider. This includes chronic conditions, pregnancy, and conditions requiring multiple treatments.
No. FMLA prohibits employers from retaliating against employees for taking or requesting protected leave. If you were terminated, demoted, or faced other adverse actions after FMLA leave, you may have a retaliation claim.
You may recover lost wages and benefits, compensation for out-of-pocket expenses, liquidated (double) damages for willful violations, attorney's fees and costs, and equitable relief such as reinstatement or promotion.
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