FMLA

Originally published August 15, 2023. Updated April 8, 2026. Finding a balance between work and personal life can be a formidable challenge. Thankfully, the United States has recognized the importance of supporting individuals who face significant family and medical responsibilities with the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). A groundbreaking federal labor law enacted in […]

Medical leave is a necessary pause in employment that allows individuals the time and space they need to recover and rejuvenate. However, the prospect of job termination while on medical leave can leave you unable to properly rest. Whether you are an employee or an employer seeking clarity about the rules surrounding medical leave, it

Even before the coronavirus hit, mental health was a growing concern in the workplace. While not usually as obvious as physical illness, mental health issues, such as depression, had been taking a toll on workers. Unfortunately, treating depression as an employee is a challenge. There is the initial hesitation many people feel when addressing a

If you or a close family member is suffering from a serious health condition, you may want to ask for a leave from work under the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). This law provides up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave within a 12-month time frame, which can be taken either in large

This is a guest post by Clay Hodges, a partner in the law firm of </ems/fmla-and-leave-discrimination>Harris, Sarratt & Hodges, LLP. Clay represents people harmed by defective artificial hips and other medical devices. His office is located in Raleigh, North Carolina. He frequently writes about product liability issues. Artificial hips are becoming more common and increasingly used by younger