Get Fmla Sample Letters

If it is necessary for business purposes to communicate that an employee is or will be out of work, you can indicate that they are “on leave,” but do NOT disclose they are on “medical leave”.

How to Use FML “I completely forgot to bring the present to the birthday party. FML.” “I wasn't able to get tickets because I overslept, fml.” “I got hit by a bus. I survived, but then the ambulance I was in got hit by lightning. FML!”

In order to be eligible to take leave under the FMLA, an employee must (1) work for a covered employer, (2) work 1,250 hours during the 12 months prior to the start of leave, (3) work at a location where 50 or more employees work at that location or within 75 miles of it, and (4) have worked for the employer for 12 ...

To take FMLA leave, you must provide your employer with appropriate notice. If you know in advance that you will need FMLA leave, you must give your employer at least 30 days advance notice. ... If you know you need leave less than 30 days in advance, you must give your employer notice as soon as you can.

[DATE YOU GIVE NOTICE] Dear [EMPLOYER NAME], This is to notify you that I plan to take __(TYPE OF LEAVE: MEDICAL LEAVE/ FAMILY LEAVE/ COMBINATION OF BOTH)__ starting ____(DATE)____. I expect to be gone for __ (NUMBER OF DAYS/WEEKS)__ and hope to return _____(DATE)_______.

Dear EMPLOYEE, We have reviewed your request for leave under the FMLA and supporting documentation you have provided. This letter is intended solely as notice you are eligible for leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 (FMLA).

Include a request for FMLA leave and why you think it qualifies for FMLA protection. Date the leave will begin. Expected date of return to work. Specific dates and times of absence, if applicable.