The Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) was passed in 1993 because the U.S. Congress recognized the new structure of the workplace as a reflection of the new shape of the American family. Under provisions of the FMLA, employees of companies with more than fifty workers may take up to three months of medical leave each year, without suffering the loss of their job. Under definitions of the law, FMLA covers pregnancy, adoption, and caring for sick members of the immediate family.
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Although many corporations had policies in place to allow for extended periods of unpaid time off, some employers continue to resent the intrusion by Congress into what they see as a business issue. Not surprisingly, men in particular, who choose to exercise their right to family medical leave are often subjected to retaliation measures such as workplace harassment, wrongful termination, or a hostile work environment upon their return.
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If you are considering taking a family medical leave, contact the employment law firm of Ross Law Group, in Austin, Texas, to learn more about your options and how to ensure your rights in the workplace. Our attorneys are seasoned employment litigators who will explain the laws and what you can do to fight back against unfair employment practices that affect your family's future.
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