Legal Question in Medical Leave in New York

Is there a law that protects people with ulcerative colitis,proctitis & diverticulitis?Througth the fmla. I have been with a company for 19 years & have been diagnosed with all the above.The co. employs 200 people. I am required by the co. to be seen by my Dr. twice per year & to have fmla paperwork to be filled out @ each visit.Is this the proper way for the co. to handle this?


Asked on 10/02/09, 10:25 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Locksley Wade Law Office of Locksley O. Wade

The FMLA covers unpaid leave during any 12-month period for for the birth and care of the newborn child of the employee; for placement with the employee of a son or daughter for adoption or foster care; to care for an immediate family member (spouse, child, or parent) with a serious health condition; or to take medical leave when the employee is unable to work because of a serious health condition.

A one day absence seems a a little over the top for FMLA leave when you can simply use sick time or vacation time.

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Answered on 10/13/09, 8:41 am


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