Medical Certification under the Family and Medical Leave Act
Authored By: U.S. Department of Labor
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) provides job-protected leave from work for family and medical, reasons. This fact sheet explains the medical certification process when an employee requests leave for his or her own or a family member's serious health condition, if requested by the employer.
Link: www.dol.gov
Last Review and Update: Sep 26, 2025