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If you are dealing with a denied leave of absence at work, California law gives you the right to fight back. Attorney Sam Setyan represents employees only, never employers, and handles every case personally, from the first call to the final settlement or verdict.

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Workers have rights to leaves of absence with and without pay. If your request has been denied, contact a leave of absence attorney in Los Angeles at Setyan Law.

Employees in Los Angeles are permitted to take time away from work to recover from serious health conditions or to care for family members who have medical problems or disabilities. State and federal laws protect workers who seek a leave of absence from work. If you believe your employer has treated you wrongfully due to a request for a leave of absence, the Los Angeles leave of absence lawyers at Setyan Law will fight for your rights.

Leave of Absence Meaning

A leave of absence is any time that you need to take away from your workplace. A leave of absence may be for half a day (such as to take time to vote) or up to several months at a time.

Leaves of absence do not always have to take place in one extended block of time. You may be able to take time intermittently depending on the reason you need time off. 

What Can I Take a Leave of Absence for in California?

There are many reasons that you may need a leave of absence, including the following:

  • Your own serious health condition
  • Pregnancy disability
  • Maternity leave or paternity leave
  • Disability leave
  • Care for a family member who is sick or disabled
  • Jury duty
  • Military service
  • Voting
  • Witness testimony in court
  • Alcohol and/or drug rehabilitation
  • Activities due to being the victim of a crime or domestic violence
  • Organ and bone marrow donation

How Los Angeles Leave of Absence Laws

There are three main leave of absence laws: the California Family Rights Act (CFRA), California’s Pregnancy Disability Leave (PDL) law, and the federal Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA).

California Family Rights Act Leave

The CFRA applies to employers who have at least 5 employees. It allows for leaves of absence for serious health conditions for yourself, a child, a parent, or a spouse. You may also take CFRA leave for the birth of a child. You may take up to 12 workweeks off within a 12-month period under CFRA.

Pregnancy Disability Leave

The PDL law allows people who have children to take time off while guaranteeing they will have a job to return to. It allows someone who is disabled by pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions to take up to four months of disability leave. The four months allowed under PDL is in addition to the 12 weeks provided under the CFRA, but it is deducted from the 12 weeks allowed under the federal FMLA.

Family Medical Leave Act

FMLA applies to employers with 50 or more employees. FMLA leave may be taken for up to 12 weeks within a 12-month period for the birth and care of a newborn, placement of an adopted or foster child, serious health condition of yourself or an immediate family member, or additional needs for military families. It is typically unpaid leave; however, you have the option of using paid time off (PTO), vacation time, or sick leave prior to your FMLA leave starting.

A Los Angeles Leave of Absence Lawyer Can Help You

People are often going through a difficult time when they need to request an unpaid leave of absence. You shouldn’t be stressed by a denial. If your employer treats you unfairly, you need an aggressive attorney for leave of absence cases in Los Angeles who will defend your rights to taking the time off that you need. Call a Los Angeles employment lawyer today.

Call us at 213-618-3655 for a free initial consultation. Your questions about an absence from work will be answered by a leave of absence lawyer who knows state and federal laws and how they apply to your situation.

How an Employment Attorney in Los Angeles Can Help You

Employment disputes are about more than winning. They often involve your livelihood and can impact your entire life. Setyan Law has a team of legal professionals and discrimination lawyers in Los Angeles, CA, Pasadena, CA, and Glendale, CA.

We will review your case, gather evidence to support your claims, and fight for you to get the justice you deserve.

Please feel free to call us for a free consultation about your rights.

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