Legal Question in Employment Law in Georgia

You are correct that employers are not required to pay employees while they are out on FMLA leave. However, you may be eligible for short-term disability benefits if your condition prevents you from working. Check with your employer's HR department and, if you are eligible, have your doctor complete the paperwork.

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