Washington Paid Medical Leave
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Last updated 01/07/2020
Washington's paid family leave law allows residents to receive paid family and medical leave for up to 12 weeks if certain circumstances are met. The table below outlines the applicable laws with regards to your right to take time off for medical and family reasons.
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Qualifying Events to Be Eligible for a Leave |
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Covered Employees |
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Benefits Provided |
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Coming Back to Work |
Your job will be waiting for you unless the following exceptions apply:
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Note: State laws are always subject to change through the passage of new legislation, rulings in the higher courts (including federal decisions), ballot initiatives, and other means. While we strive to provide the most current information available, please consult an attorney or conduct your own legal research to verify the state law(s) you are researching.
More Resources:
- Washington Family Leave Insurance
- Senate Bill Establishing Family Leave Insurance
- House Bill Establishing Family Leave Insurance
- Federal Family and Medical Leave Act Overview
- Other States' Paid Family and Sick Leave Laws
Get Legal Help to Discuss Your Options
Knowing you will get paid during your leave and that you have a job to come back to after your leave ends can be very reassuring. But in order to ensure your rights are protected you need to follow certain procedures. Not sure what steps you need to follow? Reach out to a Washington employment law attorney.
Next Steps
Contact a qualified employment attorney to make sure your rights are protected.