FMLA paperwork refers to the forms and documentation required by the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) for employees who need to take a protected leave of absence from work due to a serious health condition, to care for a family member with a serious health condition, or for other qualifying reasons. The FMLA allows eligible employees to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave per year, and employers are required to provide certain forms to employees who request FMLA leave.
One of the most common forms required for FMLA leave is the medical certification form, which is used to confirm the need for leave due to a serious health condition. This form must be filled out by a healthcare provider and submitted to the employer to establish the medical condition and expected leave time for the employee. Employers may also require other forms or documentation, such as a certification for military family leave for qualifying exigency.
The FMLA leave process typically involves notifying the employer of the need for leave, determining eligibility for FMLA leave, and providing the necessary documentation to support the leave request. Employers must notify employees whether they are eligible for FMLA leave within five business days of the request.
