This section provides information on employees' rights under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), a federal law that allows covered employees to take extended time away from work to handle certain family or medical matters. To begin, select an item from the list below.

• Family and Medical Leave: Overview
• Understanding the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993
• Rights and Responsibilities Under the Family and Medical Leave Act
• Federal vs. State Family and Medical Leave Laws