FAMILY MEDICAL LEAVE FOR ALL ON MARCH 27

Posted on March 13, 2015 in Estate Planning

Medical Leave Extended to Same Sex Couples in All States

The Department of Labor has revised its definition of “spouse” in the Family Medical Leave Act (“FMLA”) to include legally married same sex couples in all states. Before this final rule by the Department, only same sex couples married and living in a state that recognizes same sex marriages could utilize the benefits under the FMLA. The rule change will take effect on March 27th. For more information, read this Kaiser Health News article.