FMLA Eligibility Quiz - Are You Eligible for Leave?

Answer 3 quick questions to see if you qualify for job-protected leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act.

1

Does your employer have 50 or more employees within 75 miles?

Count all employees at your location and nearby offices, branches, or stores within 75 miles.

2

Have you worked for this employer for at least 12 months?

The 12 months don't have to be consecutive. Any time worked for this employer in the past 7 years counts.

3

Have you worked at least 1,250 hours in the past 12 months?

That's about 24 hours per week on average. Count only hours actually worked - not PTO, holidays, or sick time.

πŸ“œ What is FMLA?

The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is a federal law that gives eligible employees up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave per year. It covers leave for the birth or adoption of a child, caring for a spouse, child, or parent with a serious health condition, or your own serious health condition. FMLA applies to all public employers and private employers with 50 or more employees.

βœ… What FMLA Provides

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12 Weeks Leave Up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave per year for the birth or adoption of a child, or to care for a family member with a serious health condition.
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Job Protection Your employer must hold your job (or an equivalent position) while you're on FMLA leave. You cannot be fired or demoted for taking FMLA leave.
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Health Insurance Your employer must continue your group health insurance coverage during FMLA leave under the same terms as if you were still working.
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Plan Your Full Maternity Leave

Combine FMLA, state paid leave, short-term disability, and PTO into a personalized week-by-week leave timeline with income estimates.

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Check Your State's Benefits

14 states plus DC offer paid family leave on top of FMLA. See what benefits are available in your state.

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This quiz provides a general indication of FMLA eligibility based on federal requirements. It is not legal advice. State laws may provide additional protections. Consult your HR department or an employment attorney for specific guidance.