Disability & Medical Leave

Disability and sick leave laws protect employees from discrimination and ensure that they have access to paid time off when they are sick or injured. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal law that prohibits discrimination against employees with disabilities. The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is a federal law that allows eligible employees to take unpaid leave for certain family and medical reasons.

Michigan also has its own disability and sick leave laws. Michigan’s Person’s with Disabilities Civil Rights Act, is similar to the ADA, but it applies to all smaller employers in Michigan. The Michigan Paid Medical Leave Act (PMLA) provides eligible employees with up to 40 hours of paid sick leave per year.

An employment attorney can help employers and employees understand and comply with disability and sick leave laws. An attorney can help employers draft policies and procedures that comply with the law, and can help employees file complaints if they believe their rights have been violated.

If you are an employer or employee in Traverse City, Michigan, or anywhere else in northern Michigan, and you have questions about disability or sick leave laws, you should contact an employment attorney to discuss your legal rights and options.

To contact Anders, you can reach him at 231-486-4507.