Legal Question in Medical Leave in Pennsylvania
family medical leave
elderly in-laws in need of constant care. am i eligable under this?
Asked on 10/03/08, 11:06 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Roger Traversa
Arjont Group (Law Office of Roger Traversa)
Re: family medical leave
You asked about FMLA leave.
The care of any immediate family will qualify under FMLA. In laws are the parents of your spouse and therefore are in the same position as your own parents with regard to status as immediate family.
Some employers have taken issue with this argument but I would be happy to prosecute the case where an employer refused the request based on this status.
You should speak with a legal professional to make certain that you and your employer are both subject to the FMLA.
Regards,
Roger
Answered on 10/03/08, 1:15 pm