What kinds of situations are covered under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)?
An employee is entitled to a total of 12 weeks of unpaid leave (LWOP) during any 12-month period for the following purposes: The birth of a son or daughter of the employee and the care of such son or daughter; the placement of a son or daughter with the employee for adoption or foster care; the care of a spouse, son, daughter, or parent of the employee who has a serious health condition; or a serious health condition of the employee that makes him/her unable to perform any one or more of the essential functions of his/her position. Sick leave and/or annual leave may be substituted for the LWOP, as appropriate.
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