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Unmarried employee couple is expecting: Can both take FMLA leave?

by 04/23/2013

Q. A while ago two of our employees developed a romantic relationship. They are now expecting a baby and both workers put in a request for family leave to bond with their newborn. Are we required to give both workers leave for the birth of their child—even if they are not married?

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