Can You Be Laid Off While on FMLA? What’s Legal (and What to Do Next)
Yes, you can be laid off while on FMLA in some cases—but employers can’t retaliate for taking protected leave. Here’s how to tell what’s legal and what to do if it happens.
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Yes, you can be laid off while on FMLA in some cases—but employers can’t retaliate for taking protected leave. Here’s how to tell what’s legal and what to do if it happens.
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A practical guide to Texas mass layoffs: what the WARN Act actually requires, how to find WARN notices, key deadlines, and a first-week action plan for money, benefits, and job search.
A practical guide to Wells Fargo layoffs: what’s confirmed, how to verify credible updates (not rumors), and a calm first-week plan for benefits, health coverage, and your job search.
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