Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) provides your rights support for cancer patients and families in National (USA). Provides up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave per year for serious health conditions including cancer treatment. Your employer must maintain your health insurance during leave.
Your Rights
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Provides up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave per year for serious health conditions including cancer treatment. Your employer must maintain your health insurance during leave.
Eligibility
Worked 12+ months at employer with 50+ employees
How to Apply
Request through employer HR
Area Served
National (USA)
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