Legal Question in Medical Leave in Georgia

Re: Number of weeks out for Medical leave

There are a number of factors to consider to know whether the Family and Medical Leave Act applies. For example, covered employers are those with 50 or more employees within a 75 mile radius of where the employee seeking leave works. Also, to be a covered employee, the employee must have both worked for the company for a year and worked at least 1250 hours in the preceeding 12 months. If it is a covered employer and employee, the employee is entitled to up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave under the FMLA for birth or adoption of a child, a serious health condition of the employee or close family member, etc. In addition, if the company has over 15 employees, leave may be a reasonable accommodation for a qualified individual with a disability. Like with the FMLA, the Americans with Disabilities Act has particular requirements and guidelines. Also, employees may be entitled to leave pursuant to policies and procedures of the employer.

The foregoing is general information only, not specific legal advice. Nothing contained herein constitutes or should be implied to constitute an attorney/client relationship. Consult with your attorney before taking legal action.