Family Medical Leave Act

National Family Medical Leave Act Attorneys

Martin & Bonnett PLLC is the preeminent employment law firm in Phoenix, Arizona. Our comprehensive experience with that practice of the law includes representing clients who have suffered retaliation or a job change due to the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA).

Your Rights Under the Family Medical Leave Act

The Family Medical Leave Act allows an employee to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave for what is deemed a qualifying event. Vacation and paid comp time can be used as well. Qualifying events include the birth or adoption of a child or a serious health matter related to an immediate family member. When you take that leave, in most cases, your employer is required to return you to the same position upon your return.

Unfortunately, some employers violate the Family Medical Leave Act by terminating or demoting an employee or retaliating against a staff member who requests or takes leave. The returning employee finds himself or herself with a lower performance rating in an evaluation or ineligible for a promotion due to the time he or she took off for family reasons.

Representing You and Holding Employers Accountable Under the FMLA

At Martin & Bonnett PLLC, we have the experience and knowledge to identify when a violation of the Family Medical Leave Act occurs. In order to qualify for Family Medical Leave Act leave, employees have to work a certain number of hours and the employer must have a specific amount of employees. We can help you determine if you meet those qualifications. If you meet that criteria and are punished for taking an FLMA leave, we will diligently represent you and your rights.

Contact an FMLA Claims Attorney

For more information or to schedule an appointment with an experienced lawyer regarding your rights under the Family Medical Leave Act, please contact us at (602)240-6900 or call 1-800-952-9750.