Covington FMLA ADA Leave Attorneys
Kentucky and Ohio Lawyers Handling Protected Leaves of Absence
Many employees are entitled to protected leaves of absence based upon a personal situation, such as their own or a family member's serious medical condition, disability or the birth of a child. However, some employers may attempt to prevent you from taking a leave or make your employment difficult for you upon your return to work after your leave.
At Roush & Stilz, P.S.C. in Covington, Kentucky, we represent clients that have attempted to take a warranted leave of absence or have dealt with adverse employment action, such as demotion, relocation, or employment termination, due to the leave of absence they took from their job. Because there are time constraints that govern when military/FMLA/ADA leave cases can be filed it is important to timely ask an attorney about your rights to protect yourself.
Is your employer trying to prevent a leave of absence or retaliating against you for taking a leave? Contact us for a free initial consultation at (859) 757-0970.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) some employers may have to accommodate your physical or mental disability by providing you with additional time off from work. In 2008, an amendment was made to the ADA that returned the definition of disability to Congress' initial intent, and further protected your rights to take additional, and necessary, leave from work.
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) covers certain types of employees who are employed by employers that meet certain criteria. FMLA protection allows you up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave and may be taken either on an intermittent or regular basis. You need to know what your rights are. If you believe you are entitled to FMLA protection it is essential that you speak with a lawyer who can explain whether or not you are allowed that leave and whether or not your employer has trampled on your rights under the FMLA.
Military Leaves
Military servicemen and women are bound by their military contracts to be deployed domestically or internationally if a situation arises that requires military action. This often means that those in the reserves, who hold steady employment alongside their enlistment, must take a leave of absence from their job. This leave, since it is military, is protected and your employer must allow you to take your leave to do your duty. If you have run into issues attempting to take a military leave, get in touch with our firm and discuss your options.
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You should not have to defend your leave of absence from your employment. If your employer is making life difficult for you before or after a leave, or attempting to prevent you from taking a warranted leave, or you have questions about FMLA/ADA leave, contact an attorney at our office today. We offer free initial consultations, are available evenings and weekends, accept all major credit cards including American Express, and are located near the Basilica of Covington. To contact [Link to Contact Us] us, call (859) 757-0970.
