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From the desk of ... David Uy

Family Leave Meant a Strong Start for My Son, My Family and Me

June 15, 2013 | Work and Family | Work and Family > FMLA | Work and Family > Paid Leave

Eight years ago, our first son was born. Like many, I found becoming a parent to be an amazing, life-changing experience.

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From the desk of ... Debra L. Ness

Why the U.S. Desperately Needs a National Paid Family and Medical Leave Program

May 3, 2013 | Work and Family | Work and Family > FMLA | Work and Family > Paid Leave

The United States is the only industrialized nation that does not guarantee some type of paid time off for employees, despite ample evidence that paid leave policies benefit workers, businesses, and the economy.

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From the desk of ... Debra L. Ness

Why the FMLA Isn’t Enough

May 2, 2013 | Work and Family | Work and Family > FMLA

While the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) has helped more than 100,000 families take the time they need to care for their families, a striking 40% of the U.S. workforce isn’t eligible for the 12 weeks of unpaid leave the FMLA provides because their employers have fewer than 50 employees, or because they haven’t been working for their employers for at least a year and put in a minimum of 1,250 hours.

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From the desk of ... Debra L. Ness

How the FMLA Has Helped Real Moms Meet the Dual Demands of Job and Family

May 1, 2013 | Work and Family | Work and Family > FMLA

This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) — a law that has allowed millions of mothers, fathers, adult children, and other hardworking people to care for their health and their families without having to worry about losing their jobs or their health insurance.

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