"There are several possible explanations for why access to paid family leave would reduce reports of child abuse," Bullinger said. "One is that paid family leave might help parents better afford ...

Despite positive performance reviews, the teacher says she faced criticism and questioning about her need for medical leave. The school board's agenda cites "personal reasons" for the teacher's ...

Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Definition: The 1993 law that entitles a covered employee to take up to 12 weeks of leave in a 12-month period for the birth or adoption of a child or the serious ...

The federal Family Leave and Medical Act provides for 12 to 26 weeks ... in a more pronounced way after the crackdown on sick leave abuse that included home visits by correction investigators ...

Hannah Jones credits paid medical leave with helping her survive an aggressive form of breast cancer. Her employer provided time off for chemotherapy treatments and to recover from surgery.

A proposed law that would entitle domestic abuse victims to paid time off work would be "huge", a charity has said. Nick Gazzard, founder of the Hollie Gazzard Trust, said victims of domestic violence ...

When students experience a mental health condition that interferes significantly with their ability to function safely and successfully at NU, they may request a Medical Leave of Absence (MLOA). A ...

Employees eligible for FMLA benefits may take up to 12 work weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) in a rolling 12-month period for medical and family ...

Since 1993, the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) has protected employees who need to take time off from work to care for themselves or others. The federal law requires employers to provide ...