Fmla Eligibility And Certification

The *,* hours for FMLA eligibility are calculated based on the hours worked in the 12 months immediately before the start of the FMLA leave.
- To calculate, include only the hours actually worked.
- Overtime hours count, but paid leave or unpaid leave does not.
Would you like more details on specific types of leave or any other FMLA-related questions?

Here is a brief overview of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA):
- Provides eligible employees with up to * weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave per year.
- Applies to public agencies, public and private elementary and secondary schools, and companies with * or more employees.
- Eligible employees must have worked for their employer for at least 12 months and have worked at least *,* hours over the past 12 months.
Would you like more information on eligibility or other details?

For FMLA, medical certification must generally be submitted within * calendar days after the employer requests it.
Is there anything else you need to know about FMLA?

Yes, you can request an extension on the *-day period to submit medical certification for FMLA. The employer may grant an extension if it is not feasible for you to meet the deadline despite diligent efforts.
Do you need guidance on how to request the extension from your employer?