Leave from Work

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>	Family Care Rules (ES.C.10)
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Laws passed in 2008 by the state Legislature allow leave for...

Laws About Caring for Family
Get information about state and federal laws covering leave for pregnancy, caring for sick family members or victims of domestic violence, and military family leave of absence.

Sick Family Members
When can a worker take leave to care for a sick family member?

Pregnancy & Parental Leave
What leave benefits are available when a worker has a new child?

Military Spouse Leave of Absence
Get information about new state and federal laws allowing a leave of absence for an employee whose spouse or other family member has been called to active duty.

Domestic Violence Leave
Get information about a new state law allowing victims of domestic violence and their family members to take leave from work for legal or law enforcement needs or to get medical care or other assistance.

Volunteer Firefighter Leave
Get information about a state law allowing volunteer firefighters and reserve officers to miss work or to be late to report to work as a result of a fire alarm or emergency call.

To file a Protected Leave Complaint