Not every worker is covered by FMLA. To be eligible, you generally must:

Life is full of major milestones and unexpected challenges, from welcoming a new baby to managing a serious illness. The is a vital federal law designed to help you balance these significant life events with your career without the fear of losing your job .

: You must have worked for your employer for at least 12 months (not necessarily consecutive) and have worked at least 1,250 hours during the 12 months immediately preceding your leave. Qualifying Reasons for Leave You can invoke FMLA for several major life events: Family and Medical Leave (FMLA) - U.S. Department of Labor

: Your employer must maintain your group health insurance coverage under the same terms as if you hadn't taken leave.

: You are entitled to return to the same or an equivalent position with equal pay and benefits.