I'm going out on FMLA for possibly 2 reasons...can I do that?

Yes, you can go out on FMLA leave for two separate and unrelated conditions, so long as your physician certifies that both are serious health conditions. Typically it makes sense to list both, as your recovery and ability to return to work based on one condition may not coincide with your recovery and ability to return to work based on the other condition. If you feel you are the victim of harassment or discrimination based on your sex, you should seek legal advice. Typically, the first step is to make a complaint internally. If your employer fails to investigate and take appropriate remedial action, your next step would be to file charges with the EEOC. Specific advise from a lawyer would be helpful to you, however, because you have multiple issues and a variety of options to consider.

posted by Phyllis Towzey  |  Sep 6, 2012 2:18 PM [EST]

Qualifying for FMLA is a process. You will first have to apply, obtain a certification from your physician and the employer can accept or challenge that certification. If they accept it, you are granted leave. If they challenge it, you will be sent to another physician of their chosing. I have seldom seen an employer challenge, but it can happen. Best of luck.

posted by Arthur Schofield  |  Sep 6, 2012 10:04 AM [EST]