State and Federal Protection for Workers
The Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) grants employees across the country certain protections and rights when serious illness or family situations necessitate a leave of absence. The FMLA and the California Family Rights Act, provides workers the opportunity to take care of serious situations with the confidence that they will be able to return to work when the emergency passes. However not all employees are covered. You should consult with an attorney to ascertain if you are protected.
Not all employers have a clear understanding of their responsibilities under the Family Medical Leave Act or California Family Rights Act. Others simply choose not to live up to their FMLA or CFRA obligations. In either situation, we at the Law Offices of Laura J. Farris can review your situation and provide with options if you have been mistreated in an actionable manner.
Family Medical Leave Act and Leave of Absence Violations
If you have adequately followed the conditions of your leave by giving proper notice or facing an emergency situation, then you are protected by state and federal laws. It is the responsibility of an employer to advise you of your rights under the FMLA and CFRA, but this is not always the case. If you have questions and concerns regarding your rights under FMLA and CFRA, you should consult with an attorney.
Our lawyer only works with employees in civil litigation and employment claims brought against employers who mistreat or infringe upon legally protected rights. Do not hesitate to if you have been the victim of an FMLA or CFRA violation, including:
- Wrongful Termination During or Following a Leave of Absence
- Pregnancy Discrimination Involving Maternity Leave
- Failure to Allow Protected Leave of Absence
- Failure to Provide Equivalent Employment Following Leave
- Failure to Adequately Inform Workers of Their Rights
At the Law Offices of Laura J. Farris you get the benefits of an attorney with proven experience handling employment law cases involving employers large, small, governmental and global.
Schedule a Free Confidential Consultation
Contact our office today online or by phone at 760-712-3874 | 1-888-810-9402 to schedule a free initial consultation to discuss your claim and how we can help you. If you have been mistreated leading up to, during or following an FMLA or CFRA protected leave of absence, we can help.
