The Family Medical Leave Act

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The Family and Medical Leave Act (“FMLA”) entitles employees to take time off from work for a total of up to 12-weeks due to family or medical emergencies, but only for specified reasons. Not every reason qualifies for FMLA protection while on time off (defined as an overnight stay in a hospital, hospice or residential […]
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The Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1985 (COBRA)

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The Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1985, commonly known as COBRA, is a federal law that requires employers of 20 or more employees with group health plans to offer employees, their spouses and dependents a temporary period of continued health care coverage if they lose coverage through the employer’s group health plan. Health Plans […]
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