What types of leave of absence qualify for FMLA/CFRA?

Leave is granted for the following reasons:

  • Your own serious health condition that makes you unable to perform your job, a "serious health condition" under FMLA/CFRA includes an illness, injury, impairment, or physical or mental condition that involves inpatient care or continuing treatment
  • To care for your newborn child, newly adopted child or newly placed foster care child
  • To care for your spouse, son or daughter, or parent, who has a serious health condition

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1. What is the Family Medical Leave Act and the California Family Rights Act?
2. What types of leave of absence qualify for FMLA/CFRA?
3. Who is eligible for FMLA/CFRA?
4. How should I notify Placer County that I would like to take a leave of absence?
5. Why do I want to request an FMLA/CFRA leave?
6. Will the County notify me if I am eligible for FMLA/CFRA?
7. When does an FMLA/CFRA leave begin?
8. What is the maximum FMLA/CFRA time?
9. How is FMLA/CFRA time calculated?
10. Can I use my sick leave, vacation and CTO accruals while on FMLA/CFRA?
11. What happens to my insurance benefits while on a medical leave?