Family and Medical Leave Act and California Family Rights Act Fmla/Cfra Policy and Procedures is a legal document that was released by the California Department of General Services - a government authority operating within California.
Q: What is the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)?
A: The FMLA is a federal law that provides eligible employees with job-protected unpaid leave for specific family and medical reasons.
Q: What is the California Family Rights Act (CFRA)?
A: The CFRA is a state law that provides eligible employees in California with job-protected unpaid leave for specific family and medical reasons.
Q: What are the reasons for which I can take FMLA/CFRA leave?
A: You can take FMLA/CFRA leave for the birth or adoption of a child, your own serious health condition, or to care for a family member with a serious health condition.
Q: How much leave can I take under FMLA/CFRA?
A: You are entitled to up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave under FMLA/CFRA within a 12-month period.
Q: Am I eligible for FMLA/CFRA leave?
A: In order to be eligible for FMLA/CFRA leave, you must have worked for your employer for at least 12 months, have worked at least 1,250 hours during the previous 12 months, and work at a location with at least 50 employees within a 75-mile radius.
Q: Can my employer deny my FMLA/CFRA leave?
A: Your employer can only deny your FMLA/CFRA leave if you do not meet the eligibility requirements, or if you have already exhausted your FMLA/CFRA leave for the 12-month period.
Q: Do I get paid during FMLA/CFRA leave?
A: FMLA/CFRA leave is unpaid, however, you may be able to use accrued paid leave such as vacation or sick time.
Q: What are the procedures for requesting FMLA/CFRA leave?
A: You should notify your employer of your need for FMLA/CFRA leave as soon as possible and provide any necessary documentation, such as a medical certification.
Q: Can my employer retaliate against me for taking FMLA/CFRA leave?
A: No, it is illegal for your employer to retaliate against you for taking FMLA/CFRA leave. You have certain rights and protections under the law.
Form Details:
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