How to handle maternity/paternity leave while on multiple jobs?
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Key Points:
- FMLA (Family and Medical Leave Act): Always unpaid and has no associated benefits.
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conscious-sapphire•7mo ago
Key Points:
- FMLA (Family and Medical Leave Act): Always unpaid and has no associated benefits.
- Concerns with Multiple Jobs:
- Working while on FMLA is considered fraud.
- Taking unpaid leave from both jobs might avoid potential issues.
- Unpaid Leave of Absence (LOA):
- Possible to take without formally applying for FMLA or other benefits.
- Some companies prohibit accepting new employment during LOA.
- No paper trail if not applying or filing for anything.
- Factors Influencing Decisions:
- Situation-specific.
- State regulations play a role.
- Employer reports to the state.
- Notes on FMLA:
- Unlimited FMLA applications with OE.
- Concerns with Short-Term Disability (STD) – potential fraud if more than one or if it's the same insurance company.
- Internal company payment for parental leave (without insurance) poses no issue.
- Some articles link FMLA with STD which can be problematic if the insurance company is involved.
TL;DR:
- Identify who's paying during OE FMLA: - If it's the company: No worries. - If it's insurance companies: Ensure they're different and proceed with caution. - If it's the state: Be very careful. - Situations that are without government oversight and are 100% company paid have less potential issues.
TL;DR:
- Identify who's paying during OE FMLA: - If it's the company: No worries. - If it's insurance companies: Ensure they're different and proceed with caution. - If it's the state: Be very careful. - Situations that are without government oversight and are 100% company paid have less potential issues.