Are there any restrictions on how much FMLA leave I can take in a 12-month period?
In California, the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) provides certain employees up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave per 12-month period. The 12-month period starts on the date the leave begins, and is determined by the employer’s leave year. For example, if an employee’s leave begins in January, the 12-month period is calendar year. Under FMLA law in California, there are certain restrictions on how much leave an employee can take in the 12-month period. The 12-week limit includes any type of leave taken during the 12-month period, including vacation, personal leave, and FMLA leave. If an employee takes more than 12 weeks of leave during the 12-month period, any leave taken in excess of 12 weeks will not be covered by FMLA. In addition, employers may place restrictions on how much of the 12-weeks of FMLA leave an employee can take at one time. Employers may also restrict an employee from taking more than 12 weeks of leave in any given year for any reason. This can help ensure that employees do not take too much time off in a single year. Overall, the FMLA provides employees with job-protected leave, but there are certain restrictions under California law on how much leave an employee can take in a 12-month period. Employers can also place more restrictive limits on the amount of leave and how it can be taken.
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