FMLA Lawyers for Federal Government Employees
Alan Lescht and Associates provides experienced, results-driven legal representation for federal government employees facing complex Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) matters, federal benefit disputes, and related workplace issues worldwide.
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Understanding your federal FMLA eligibility and protections
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is a vital federal law designed to protect your job security when you need to take time away from work for significant medical or family reasons. Under federal guidelines, eligible employees may take up to 12 weeks of job-protected, unpaid leave per year. You may request leave on a full-time, part-time, or intermittent basis.
Qualifying reasons for federal FMLA leave:
- Obtaining treatment for or recovering from your own serious medical condition.
- Caring for a spouse, child, or parent with a serious health condition.
- Bonding with your child following birth, adoption, or foster placement.
While on approved FMLA leave, your agency cannot fire you, demote you, or penalize you for taking leave. Furthermore, federal law strictly prohibits agency leadership and supervisors from retaliating against employees who request or utilize FMLA benefits.
Who is eligible for FMLA leave?
Most federal civilian government employees are protected by the FMLA. You are eligible for FMLA leave if:
- You are covered by the Title 5 leave system for annual and sick leave
- You have completed 12 months of qualifying federal civilian service, military service, or a combination of both; AND
- You do not fall into any of the following categories:
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- Employees with an intermittent schedule
- Employees on a temporary appointment not-to-exceed one year
- Presidential appointees who are not covered under a leave system
Beyond the 12-week FMLA limit: disability protections & accommodations
If a medical condition requires leave beyond the 12-week maximum provided by the FMLA, you may have a legal right to additional leave. A knowledgeable employment discrimination attorney can evaluate whether you are entitled to extended leave or flexible schedule adjustments as a reasonable accommodation under the Rehabilitation Act.
If your agency denies reasonable accommodations or penalizes you for needing extended medical leave, these actions may be key signs of a hostile work environment or unlawful disability discrimination.
Why choose Alan Lescht and Associates for federal FMLA disputes?
If you are unsure if you are eligible for FMLA, or if your employer violated your FMLA rights, Alan Lescht and Associates can help. We can determine if your employer violated your FMLA rights, explain your options, and give you legal advice. Alan Lescht and Associates represents federal government employees around the world in the following FMLA matters:
- FMLA requests
- Administrative complaints
- Mediation and settlement negotiations
Schedule your FMLA legal consultation today
Take control of your workplace situation. Send us an email at info@dcemploymentattorney.com, call our office directly at (202) 463-6036, or complete our confidential intake form to discuss your case with a legal advocate.