Can I take FMLA leave to care for a family member with a serious health condition?
Yes, you can take Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) leave in Washington to care for a family member with a serious health condition. Under the FMLA, anyone who works for an employer with 50 or more employees is eligible for up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave for a qualifying family health condition. To qualify, the family member must have a condition that requires inpatient care or continuing treatment by a healthcare provider. When taking FMLA leave, your employer must continue to provide your health insurance and cannot take any disciplinary action or discriminate against you in any way. You may also be able to take up to 26 weeks of military caregiver leave to care for a family member who has suffered an illness or injury during their military service. When taking FMLA leave, your employer may require medical certification that the family member has a serious health condition and that you are needed to care for them. You can provide a certification from a healthcare provider such as a doctor, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, or other healthcare provider. If you have any questions about taking FMLA leave to care for a family member in Washington, you should contact the U.S. Department of Labor or a qualified employment law attorney.
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