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In New Jersey, if your first family leave day comes more than 14 days after your last day of employment, the leave is usually processed under the FLDU program. FLDU stands for Family Leave During Unemployment and is a provision that allows state residents to receive payments during an unapproved… Continue reading New Jersey Unemployment Family Leave
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The ability to take time off from work for personal reasons is a privilege, not a right. But in the United States, it’s considered an implied right. Unfortunately, the law only protects you when your employer agrees to give you unpaid leave or if you have accrued sick days or… Continue reading What to Do When Denied a Non-Medical Leave of Absence
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Not once or twice have we come across some employers violating the New Jersey state or federal employment laws. Some employees may subject you to illegal and unfair conditions, making it hard to complete your responsibilities. However, you may not have the courage to speak up due to the fear… Continue reading Employment Attorneys: Who Are They and When Do You Need One?
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Based on the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993, all employees have legal protection if they need a period of extended absence from work due to medical or family reasons. If you are eligible for the FMLA, you are guaranteed up to 12 weeks of protected unpaid leave each… Continue reading Family and Medical Leave Act
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There comes a time when as an employee, you need some time off work. This could be when you develop some illness that requires medical attention for an unknown period. It may be that you’re in the late trimester of pregnancy hence a need to relax. Sometimes it could be… Continue reading Short-Term Disability vs. Family Medical Leave Act
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As an employee, you qualify for time off for various reasons, including medical leave. The New Jersey employment law attorney at the Law Offices of Usmaan Sleemi will tell you that according to the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), you qualify for up to 12 weeks of medical leave.… Continue reading When Do You Qualify for Medical Leave?
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