Legal Question in Medical Leave in Florida

my wife was put on bedrest at 25 weeks. now that here fmla is up they have terminated her because she just had the babies 2 weeks ago. is this legal? her doctor said she should not go back to work for 12 weeks post partum


Asked on 2/04/11, 8:11 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
William Gwaltney William W. Gwaltney, Attorneys at Law

First, not all employees are protected under FMLA. If they are protected under FMLA that protection is only for 12 weeks maximum during a qualified year. An employer is generally not required to hold a job open indefinitely for an out of work employee, but some people do qualify for additional protection. You should find an employment law attorney in your area and set an appointment to speak with them. Most consultations of this nature are free.

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Answered on 2/04/11, 11:34 am


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