How much notice do I have to give my employer before taking FMLA leave?

Under the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), employees in Texas have the right to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave in a 12-month period to take care of a new child, care for a close family member’s serious illness, or to take care of a personal or family medical issue. Under the FMLA, employers must provide their employees with at least 30 days notice before taking FMLA leave. This notice can be written or verbal, and must include the details of why you need to take the leave. Employees should also provide their employer with a medical certification from a doctor or other health care provider. This certification confirms that you need the leave for a qualifying reason and shows how much leave you need to take. If you do not provide your employer with at least 30 days notice, FMLA protections may not apply. It is important to note that while FMLA provides unpaid leave, many state and local governments in Texas provide some form of paid leave for certain qualifying reasons. These laws may provide additional or different benefits than those provided by the FMLA, so it is important to check with your local authority to understand your rights.

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