What types of family members are covered by the FMLA?

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Does the FMLA cover adoption or foster care leave?
Is an employee required to give advance notice if they will be taking FMLA leave?
Does the FMLA provide job protection for employees with qualifying exigencies related to a family member's active military service?
Is an employee required to provide documentation to verify FMLA leave?
What types of events are covered under the FMLA?
Does my employer have to reinstate me to my former position after FMLA leave?
Are employees entitled to job-protected leave for the death of a family member?
Does the FMLA cover absences due to severe weather or natural disasters?
Does the FMLA cover job-protected leave for the birth of a child or placement of a foster or adopted child?
Can I take FMLA leave to care for a family member if the family member is not the employee's parent, spouse, or child?

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