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FMLA overview<\/i><\/a><\/h4>

An overview of FMLA and eligibility.<\/p><\/div>

Length of FMLA leave<\/i><\/a><\/h4>

An explanation of the amount of leave time allowed under FMLA and how it is calculated<\/p><\/div>

FMLA-covered situations<\/i><\/a><\/h4>

An explanation of the types of personal situations covered under FMLA.<\/p><\/div>

Pay during FMLA leave<\/i><\/a><\/h4>

How to continue your pay while on FMLA leave.<\/p><\/div>

Benefits during FMLA leave<\/i><\/a><\/h4>

How to continue your benefits coverage while on FMLA leave.<\/p><\/div>

Requesting FMLA leave<\/i><\/a><\/h4>

How and when to request FMLA leave.<\/p><\/div>

Returning to work after FMLA<\/i><\/a><\/h4>

Information on FMLA's employment guarantee when returning to work from a FMLA-covered leave.<\/p><\/div>

Laws and UW policies related to FMLA<\/i><\/a><\/h4>

A list of federal and state laws and UW policies related to family and medical leave.<\/p><\/div>

Employee FMLA checklist<\/i><\/a><\/h4>

A helpful checklist to remind you of your responsibilities when it comes to FMLA leave.<\/p><\/div>

Supervisor FMLA responsibilities<\/i><\/a><\/h4>

An explanation of a supervisor's FMLA responsibilities.<\/p><\/div>

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