FMLA (Family and Medical Leave Act)

Definition

A U.S. law entitling eligible employees to unpaid, job-protected leave for family or medical reasons—the loophole everyone uses when they need to escape the office for a while.

Example Usage

Janet took advantage of FMLA to care for her mother, which is completely legitimate and definitely not why she's been taking frequent Fridays.

Origin

U.S. federal legislation enacted in 1993

Fun Fact

FMLA covers 12 weeks of unpaid leave in a 12-month period for covered employers with 50+ employees.

Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration

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