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Texas Family And Medical Leave Act Attorney

When a serious illness, injury or accident affects your family, understanding your legal rights at work is crucial. Thankfully, the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) offers protection for employees, ensuring your job is secure while you take care of your family.

I am attorney Holt Lackey of the Holt Major Lackey, PLLC, firm in Austin, and I can be your champion amid workplace rights violations. I have built my career around successfully helping Texans overcome occupational mistreatment. Connect with me at 512-982-1006 for experienced legal guidance.

What Is The Family And Medical Leave Act?

The FMLA is a federal law that entitles eligible employees to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave for specific family and medical reasons. This can include caring for a child or tending to a seriously ill family member.

In Texas, employees are eligible for FMLA protection if they work for a covered employer, have worked for at least 12 months and have clocked 1,250 or more hours over the past year.

Requesting FMLA Leave In Texas

To request FMLA leave, you must notify your employer as soon as possible, ideally 30 days in advance for foreseeable situations. You will need to provide sufficient information about the reason for leave and, if required, a medical certification from a health care provider.

If a valid FMLA leave request is denied in Texas, the employee can file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division or initiate a lawsuit against the employer in federal court. I can take charge of your case and fight for the fair treatment you deserve.

Common FMLA Leave Scenarios

There are various situations where FMLA leave can be utilized. These include:

  • Taking time off to care for a newborn or adopted child
  • Managing a serious condition that renders you unable to do your job
  • Caring for a spouse, child or parent with a serious health condition
  • Managing problems due to a family member’s military deployment

If your request involves a genuine family issue and is denied by your employer, turn to me and the Holt Major Lackey, PLLC, team for support.

Call For Knowledgeable Guidance

Protect your FMLA rights with the experienced representation your case deserves. Call me at my Austin office by dialing 512-982-1006 or send a convenient and secure online message to explore potential remedies.

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