FMLA Lawyers Serving Jacksonville, Florida
The Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) was passed in 1993 to help preserve job security for employees who need time away from work to deal with family emergencies. Unfortunately, some employers attempt to prevent their employees from taking advantage of their FMLA rights. This is illegal.
At the Law Office of David B. Sacks in Jacksonville, Florida, we have extensive experience handling FMLA cases for our clients. We provide people with an aggressive pursuit of justice when they have been wronged by their employer.
Stand up for your rights. To schedule a free consultation with a skilled employment law attorney, call 904-302-7551 or send us an e-mail today.
Are You Eligible for FMLA?
To be eligible for leave under FMLA, you must have worked for your employer for at least 12 months and for 1,250 hours during the previous 12 months. Your employer must employ at least 50 employees within 75 miles of where you work. Up to 12 weeks of FMLA leave can be taken for a variety of reasons including:
- The birth of a child
- Adoption or foster care
- The need to care for a parent, child or spouse
- Unable to perform at work due to injury or illness
- Preparing for military deployment
- Recovery from injuries after deployment
We Are Prepared to Go the Distance
At the Law Office of David B. Sacks, we treat every case from the start as if it will go to trial. From the day you contact us, we leave no stone unturned as we strive to find the best way to pursue your rights. Our preparation allows us to adjust quickly according to the twists and turns of your case.
If your FMLA rights are being denied or violated, the most important thing you can do is contact an attorney immediately. The sooner we can get started on your case, the sooner you can put these issues behind you.
Click here to learn more about your FMLA rights.
