Many working people in Rhode Island will eventually have to deal with a personal emergency that requires them to take some time off of work. Many people may need more than just a day or two. If you work for a Rhode Island employer with 50 or more employees, you are...
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Family And Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Am I eligible for FMLA leave?
If you or a family member has experienced a significant life event, you may need to take some time off of work to deal with the situation. The Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) allows certain employees to take up to 12 workweeks off over the course of a year for...
An overview of the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
The United States government understands the importance of family. In the middle of the 20th century, it was believed that the bond between a newborn and its mother were most important. But it became increasingly more apparent that the relationship between a father...
A brief history of the Family and Medical Leave Act
Although the Family and Medical Leave Act, or FMLA is relatively young in the United States, its beginning extended years before it finally became law in 1993 under President Bill Clinton. It actually first was introduced to Congress a decade earlier in 1984, but was...
When is an employee entitled to FMLA leave?
As discussed last week in this blog, there are times in which Cranston residents must take some time away from work in order to address a medical emergency or family responsibility. While many employers do not offer paid leave, employees have employment law...
Is an employee entitled to medical leave from their job?
Many Cranston residents take a great deal of pride in their jobs. Individuals may put in long hours, overcome challenges and dedicate themselves to their careers. On occasion, however, individuals may experience situations in their life that leave them unable to work...
Are you entitled to paid parental leave?
Are you expecting a new addition to the family? Congratulations! If you are employed outside the home, federal and state laws protect your job if you/your employer meet the eligibility qualifications or requirements.Rhode Island's Parental and Family Medical Leave Act...