Are there any restrictions on how much FMLA leave I can take in a 12-month period?
In Texas, there are restrictions on how much Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) leave you can take in a 12-month period. Generally, you can take up to 12 workweeks of unpaid leave during any 12-month period. This leave time can be used for either a single continuous period of leave, or for multiple periods of leave taken in separate blocks during the period. You are also allowed up to 26 workweeks of leave to care for a family member who is a service member recovering from a serious illness or injury in a 12-month period. This leave time may be taken in a single continuous period of leave, or for multiple periods of leave. In addition, certain state and military family leave laws may allow for additional FMLA leave. It is best to check with your employer or state leave program to get all the information you need. FMLA leave is unpaid leave, and while your employer is not required to pay you, they may allow it in some cases. You may be eligible for other types of leave, like vacation or sick leave, that can be used to supplement your unpaid FMLA leave. It is important to contact your employer before taking FMLA leave to understand your rights and responsibilities.
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