Unpaid Medical Leave Rights

Summary

If your employer is firing you while on unpaid medical leave in Mississippi, your situation may fall under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). This act allows eligible employees to take unpaid, job-protected leave and requires that health benefits be maintained. It applies if you have worked for your employer for at least 12 months. Consult a local employment attorney for personalized advice.

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my employer is firing me while i’m on unpaid medical leave and under the care of a physician
Hello Adrianna. I'm sorry to hear about your situation. To provide accurate information, I need to know your location. Could you please provide that?
ocean springs MS
Hello Adrianna,
In Mississippi, your situation may fall under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Here are its main points:
- It allows eligible employees to take unpaid, job-protected leave.
- It requires that your health benefits be maintained.
- It applies if you have worked for your employer for at least 12 months.
I recommend consulting a local employment attorney.