If I am already out on FMLA leave, can I take additional FMLA leave?
Yes, you can take additional leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) if you are already out on FMLA leave in California. Generally speaking, you are entitled to up to 12 weeks of FMLA leave during any 12-month period, so long as you meet the eligibility requirements. However, if you have taken some of those 12 weeks but still need more time for the same qualifying purpose, you may be eligible for additional FMLA leave. For example, in California, you can take up to 29 weeks of FMLA leave in a single 12-month period when caring for a family member who is a service member with a serious injury or illness. Additionally, you may be able to take additional FMLA leave in certain circumstances, such as if you need additional time to care for a family member after the initial 12 weeks have passed. It is important to note that taking additional leave is not guaranteed and is subject to employer approval. Your employer will need to consider the circumstances of your leave and your eligibility in order to determine whether or not you are entitled to additional FMLA leave. If your employer determines that additional FMLA leave is warranted, they will generally be required to provide you with the additional leave time you need.
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