Wrongful Termination Medical Leave

Summary

In Illinois, the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) protects your job for up to 12 weeks during medical leave. If youve provided necessary documentation, termination may be unlawful. After 12 weeks, FMLA protections may no longer apply, but the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or state laws may offer additional protections. Contact the Illinois Department of Labor or consult a local employment attorney for specific advice.

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fired from job while on medical leave
What state are you located in, ****? This is important as employment laws vary by state.
Illinois
Il
Thank you for confirming, ****. Were you provided with any reason for your termination while on medical leave?
they said no additional info was provided regarding a return to work
Did you provide your employer with a medical certificate or any documentation regarding your medical leave?

In Illinois, the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) protects employees' jobs during medical leave.
yes
In Illinois:

- The FMLA protects your job for up to * weeks.
- If you've provided necessary documentation, termination may be unlawful.

Contact Illinois Department of Labor: (*) *-* for further assistance.
what about after * weeks?
After * weeks, FMLA protections may no longer apply. However, the Americans with Disabilities Act or state laws may offer additional protections. Consult a local employment attorney for specifics.