Legal Question in Medical Leave in California
Family leave for brother's care?
Am I eligible for Family leave under the Family Medical Leave Act if the family member I am caring for is my brother? My brother was burned over 90% of his body in a house fire 1 1/2 years ago and my 72 year old mother is unable to care for him by herself.
Asked on 1/12/98, 12:05 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Stephen Scapelliti
Law Office of Stephen Scapelliti, Esq.
FMLA leave to care for brother
The Family Medical Leave Act does not provide for leave to care for a sick sibling. It applies only to care for a sick spouse, child, or parent.
Answered on 1/14/98, 9:29 am