One at One: NJ Family Leave Act & COVID-19

Today’s Issue:

Can an employee utilize the New Jersey Family Leave Act to take a leave of absence due to the COVID-19 pandemic?

Answer:

Yes. On April 14, 2020, Governor Murphy signed S2374 into law. The bill expands the Family Leave Act to allow employees forced to care for family members during the COVID-19 outbreak to take up to 12 weeks of family leave in a 24-month period without losing their jobs.

Resources:

https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2020/Bills/S2500/2374_I1.HTM

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Lester Taylor, Partner and Co-Chair
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This post is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice.