Legal Question in Medical Leave in California

Pregnancy Leave

My employer is wondering how much time to give a

female employee who is asking for 2 months

pregnancy leave. Our company is small...4 in San

Francisco and 4 in Los Angeles (all full time). Are there

any laws he must follow as a very small company

regarding this type of leave?


Asked on 1/08/03, 5:23 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Kirschbaum Law Offices of Michael R. Kirschbaum

Re: Pregnancy Leave

In California, all employers of 5 or more employees are required to allow pregnant employees up to 4 months off for any pregnancy related disability. Therefore, if the employee produces medical documentation supporting the need for 2 months off, this employer must allow it.

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Answered on 1/11/03, 2:01 pm


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