Do I need a policy to deal with family and medical leave?

Do I need a policy to deal with family and medical leave?

Yes! The Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) allows eligible employees to take up to 12 weeks off from work due to medical or family reasons without losing their jobs. It only applies to employers with 50 or more employees. And many states have laws that apply to small businesses and are more generous than the FMLA. So, our best advice is for you to have a dedicated person who follows a written policy to administer your leave policies so that you ensure that everyone is treated fairly as provided by whatever law applies and interacts with your unique situations.