Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Last updated: September 9, 2025
FMLA overview
An overview of FMLA and eligibility.
Length of FMLA leave
An explanation of the amount of leave time allowed under FMLA and how it is calculated
FMLA-covered situations
An explanation of the types of personal situations covered under FMLA.
Pay during FMLA leave
How to continue your pay while on FMLA leave.
Benefits during FMLA leave
How to continue your benefits coverage while on FMLA leave.
Requesting FMLA leave
How and when to request FMLA leave.
Returning to work after FMLA
Information on FMLA's employment guarantee when returning to work from a FMLA-covered leave.
Laws and UW policies related to FMLA
A list of federal and state laws and UW policies related to family and medical leave.
Employee FMLA checklist
A helpful checklist to remind you of your responsibilities when it comes to FMLA leave.
Supervisor FMLA responsibilities
An explanation of a supervisor's FMLA responsibilities.