Paid Sick Leave
State or locally mandated sick time with pay.
Definition
Paid sick leave refers to legally required time off for illness that employers must provide with pay. As of 2024, over 20 states and numerous cities require paid sick leave. These laws specify minimum accrual rates, caps, waiting periods, and permitted uses. Employers must comply with the most generous applicable law.
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- Term
- Paid Sick Leave
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- Compliance & Legal
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FMLA (Family and Medical Leave Act)
Federal law providing 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave.
Intermittent FMLA Leave
FMLA leave taken in separate blocks of time.
FMLA Eligibility
Requirements employees must meet to qualify for FMLA leave.
Serious Health Condition
An illness or injury requiring inpatient care or continuing treatment.
Medical Certification
Documentation from a healthcare provider supporting a leave request.
Covered Employer
An employer subject to FMLA or other leave law requirements.
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