Originally Posted by Athena53
But the FMLA doesn't require that they actually pay you during those 6 months. To me, that's a huge difference. Not only is there less incentive to take a long leave, but the employer doesn't have to pay salary and benefits to an absent employee.
Actually FMLA only protects you for 12 weeks when on leave. In CA we also have Paild Family Leave and you would get the same amount as if you were on short term disability. Your job isn't protected though.