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PHR: Employment Law Basics

Key US federal employment law statutes (FMLA, ADA, Title VII, FLSA) with what each one covers, tested on the PHR exam.

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What does FMLA stand for?
Family and Medical Leave Act
How many weeks of unpaid leave does FMLA provide in a 12-month period?
12 weeks
What is the minimum number of employees required for FMLA coverage?
50 employees
How long must an employee work for an employer to be FMLA-eligible?
12 months
Name three qualifying reasons for FMLA leave.
Birth or adoption, serious health condition of employee or family member, military family leave, qualifying exigency
Can an employer require certification of a serious health condition under FMLA?
Yes, but only from a healthcare provider
Must an employer maintain health insurance coverage during FMLA leave?
Yes, under the same terms as if the employee were actively working
Is FMLA leave paid or unpaid?
Unpaid, unless employer policy or applicable law provides otherwise
What is military caregiver leave under FMLA?
Up to 26 weeks to care for a covered service member with a serious injury or illness
What right must an employer restore upon return from FMLA leave?
The employee must be restored to the same or an equivalent job
What does ADA stand for?
Americans with Disabilities Act
How does ADA define disability?
A physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities
What is a reasonable accommodation under ADA?
A modification to a job, workplace, or process that enables a qualified employee with a disability to perform essential job functions
How many employees must an employer have for ADA Title I coverage?
15 or more employees
Name three examples of reasonable accommodations.
Flexible schedule, modified workspace, assistive technology, interpreter services, job restructuring

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