How to Request Medical Leave + What You're Entitled To According To An Employment Lawyer

Today we’re discussing a topic that might be really intimidating—how to request medical leave. Many of us think of physical health as being the only reason why you can take medical leave but serious mental and emotional health conditions are absolutely included and something we need to talk about more. Julia Stephanides, a labor and employment lawyer, is joining us to share more about what your rights are as a worker, how to request medical leave, and what resources you’ll need. Julia is also sharing her incredible health journey. Quick disclaimer: This is general information provided as a courtesy to empower you at work. It is not legal advice and Julia is not (and cannot be) your lawyer. Julia is licensed in CA and her knowledge of other states’ laws is limited. Please consult a lawyer in your state or country for personalized legal advice. Weekly Newsletter Sign-Up: http://bit.ly/37hqtQW Follow Career Contessa: http://bit.ly/2TMH2QP Julia Stephanides: Website: https://bit.ly/3qlAjxA Instagram: https://bit.ly/3okowxc Workers’ rights fact sheets for CA employees from Legal Aid at Work: https://bit.ly/3C0PPkI https://bit.ly/3C1Pdew FMLA Certification Form from Department of Labor (DOL): https://bit.ly/3bVxWsS FMLA Notice Requirements from DOL: https://bit.ly/3bVxWsS Employment Lawyer Referrals: Menaka Fernando (practices in CA and can connect you with attorneys in DC and NY): https://bit.ly/3F461U7 Zoe DeGeer (practices in CA): https://bit.ly/3D0u0TS Coaching Call With Julia Giveaway: Rate our podcast and leave a review on Apple Podcasts with one thing you’ve learned from this episode. Leave your Instagram handle or email so we can reach out to you. Giveaway ends on Tuesday Nov 30th at 5pm PST. Sponsor: BetterHelp: https://bit.ly/3aCVgep Produced by Dear Media. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .