Castronovo & McKinney, LLC provides expert legal services to employees in Corbin City, NJ, who face discrimination related to the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and New Jersey Family Leave Act (NJFLA). These laws protect your job during essential family or medical leave. If your employer violates your rights under these statutes, consult our skilled attorneys for guidance and legal support.
We advise Corbin City residents on their rights under FMLA and NJFLA. These laws cover leave for new parents, employees needing medical treatment, or those caring for seriously ill family members. Our attorneys are committed to protecting your employment rights and will take action to hold employers accountable.
How FMLA and NJFLA Protect Employees in New Jersey
The federal FMLA grants up to 12 workweeks of unpaid leave in a 12-month period, while the NJFLA allows up to 12 workweeks in 24 months. Neither law requires paid leave but ensures job protection and continuation of health benefits during qualifying leave.
FMLA eligibility requires at least 12 months of employment, 1,250 hours worked in the past year, and employment at a location with 50+ employees within 75 miles. NJFLA eligibility requires 12 months of employment and at least 1,000 hours worked, with employers having 50+ employees statewide.
Permitted Reasons for Leave
Employees in Corbin City can take leave for:
- Birth and care of a newborn
- Bonding with an adopted child
- Caring for a spouse, child, or parent with a serious health condition
- Managing their own serious health condition
- Family members’ military service-related situations
NJFLA extends leave rights to care for in-laws, unlike FMLA.
Health Condition Criteria
Leave qualifies if the condition:
- Requires inpatient care
- Causes incapacity of 3+ consecutive days with ongoing treatment
- Relates to pregnancy or prenatal care
- Is chronic, long-term, or terminal
- Requires multiple treatments causing extended incapacity
Employers may request medical certification but cannot demand detailed records. Retaliation for taking leave under FMLA or NJFLA is illegal.
Facing Threats to Your Job or Benefits?
Employers must maintain your position and health benefits during approved leave. If your job or benefits are threatened or revoked due to taking family leave, you may have a legal claim. Castronovo & McKinney, LLC will evaluate your case and pursue job reinstatement, compensation, or both.
We prefer to resolve disputes through negotiation but will litigate aggressively if needed to protect your rights.
Contact Castronovo & McKinney, LLC for Legal Support in Corbin City, NJ
If your family medical leave rights are denied or your job and benefits are at risk, contact Castronovo & McKinney, LLC. We have a strong record of defending FMLA and NJFLA claims for employees across New Jersey, including Corbin City. Protect your rights with our experienced legal team—reach out today to discuss your case.