Navigating Family and Medical Leave Rights in New York: Your Essential Guide Understanding your rights when you need time off for family or medical reasons can feel like navigating a legal labyrinth. In New York, employees benefit from a robust framework of protections, including federal FMLA and New York State's innovative Paid Family Leave (PFL). This article cuts through the complexity, offering clear, actionable legal guidance to ensure you know your entitlements and how to assert them. The Foundation: Federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is a federal law providing job-protected, unpaid leave for specific family and medical reasons. It’s the cornerstone of leave rights for many U.S. workers, including those in New York. Who is Covered? ✅ Employer Eligibility: Your employer must have 50 or more employees working within a 75-mile radius for at least 20 weeks in the current or preceding calend...