Can my employer deny my request for FMLA leave?

Yes, under certain circumstances your employer can deny your request for FMLA leave in Washington. Under the Washington Family Care Act, employers are allowed to deny a request for leave if it would cause them undue hardship. For example, if granting the leave would cause a severe increase of workload for other employees or an additional cost to the employer that would create hardships for the business, then the employer can deny the request. Also, if your employer can prove that granting the leave would cause substantial and grievous economic injury to the business, or to the operations of the employer, they can deny the leave. All employers must provide 12-weeks of unpaid leave for family care in a 12-month period. However, if your employer can prove that the leave is excessive or unreasonable, then they can choose to deny the leave. The best way to avoid denied leave requests is to plan ahead and provide your employer with adequate notice. Make sure to discuss the FMLA laws with your employer and provide them with the necessary information to make an informed decision.

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