DOL Clarifies Meaning of “in loco parentis” in the FMLA

Jun 28, 2010

Recently, the Department of Labor (DOL) issued a new Administrator Interpretation on the meaning of “in loco parentis” in the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). The interpretation makes clear that a person who steps in to parent a child qualifies for FMLA leave under the provision of the Act that provides leave for those who act in loco parentis. Examples include: grandparents, domestic partners and other relatives. To read the entire interpretation, go to:

http://www.dol.gov/whd/opinion/adminIntrprtn/FMLA/2010/FMLAAI2010_3.pdf

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DOL Clarifies Meaning of “in loco parentis” in the FMLA

NASW to join White Ribbon Day in Congress

Hawaii Chapter Steps Up to Help After Maui Wildfires

A Step Backward: Social Workers Weigh Impact of U.S. Supreme Court Rulings

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