Leaves / Time Off from Work

Employees may have the right to take time off work because of their own illness, the illness a family member, or for pregnancy/childbirth. Employees also may be able to take time off work because of special circumstances, such as military duty or domestic violence.

Check these fact sheets and resources for information about your rights and steps you can take to protect them. If you need further information or assistance, contact our Work & Family Project.

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Work & Family Project

If our fact sheets or other resources do not answer all your questions and you want further help, contact our Work & Family Project.

The Work & Family Project is a free service for workers whose need to take leave to care for their own serious health condition or that of a child, parent, or spouse places them at risk of losing employment.

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