Legal Question in Medical Leave in Pennsylvania

What is covered under "serious health condition".

Would pnuemonia, under a doctor's care, be considered a serious health condition. If not, what is?


Asked on 11/15/97, 2:48 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Luther Sutter Harrill & Sutter

Pneumonia may be a serious health condition

If the doctor releases you from work for more than four days, prescribes antibiotics, and you see him once or twice, it certainly is

FMLA applies to 50 employees within a 75 mile radius. If this criteria is satisfied, you may be entited to federal FMLA leave. I am not licensed in your state yet. So, I can't advise you on any state claims you may have. Contact a lawyer immediately. If you have trouble finding one, just yell. Of course, in order to receive legal advice you can use, you should have a personal interview with a lawyer. The comments I have made are general and may or may not apply to your situation.

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Answered on 11/20/97, 11:39 pm


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