Benefits Handbook Links - Updated February 2023

M. Certification for Serious Injury or Illness of Covered Service member for Military Family Leave

The Firm will require certification for the serious injury or illness of the covered service member. You must respond to such a request within 15 days of the request or provide a reasonable explanation for the delay. Failure to provide certification may result in a denial of continuation of leave. This certification will be provided using the Department of Labor Certification for Serious Injury or Illness of Covered Service Member available here. N. Recertification The Firm may request recertification for your serious health condition or that of your family member at its discretion if the Firm receives information casting doubt on the reason given for the absence, or if you seek an extension of your leave. The Firm may provide your health care provider with your attendance records and ask whether your usage of leave is consistent with your serious health condition. O. Requesting FMLA Leave All employees requesting FMLA leave must complete an application and follow the process outlined in the Employee Overview of FMLA Process.

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