FMLA Eligibility Expanded

FMLA Eligibility Expanded: More Workers Now Qualify Under New Amendments

FMLA Eligibility Expanded: More Workers Now Qualify Under New Amendments

Anthony Lane

The FMLA eligibility expansion allows more employees—including those at small businesses, part-time workers, and new hires—to qualify for job-protected leave. Key updates include a lower employer threshold, a reduced tenure requirement, and an expanded definition of family members