Employment Lawyer Outlines Steps for Taking Mental Health Leave

An employment lawyer has outlined the essential steps workers should follow when planning to take a mental health leave from their job. The guidance covers legal rights, documentation requirements, and communication strategies with employers.

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Workplace mental health has become a critical priority as burnout rates rise and remote work blurs professional boundaries. Understanding the legal and procedural steps for mental health leave helps employees protect their jobs while accessing necessary care, especially given varying state and federal regulations like the FMLA.

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Employment lawyer Craig Levey provides step-by-step guidance for requesting mental health leave
Levey reports a recent increase in employees seeking mental health time off
The advice focuses on understanding workplace policies and legal protections before taking leave

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Craig Levey is an employment lawyer who advises on workplace leave

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There has been a noticeable uptick in employees taking mental health leave

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Employees should review specific legal and HR procedures before requesting mental health leave

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Business InsiderMostly Factual3d ago

Thinking about taking a mental health leave? Here are the steps to take, according to an employment lawyer.

Craig Levey, an employment lawyer, shares how employees can approach taking time off for their mental health. Olga Pankova/Getty Images Employment lawyer Craig Levey has seen an uptick in employees taking leave from work due to mental health. He shares five steps workers should take if they are considering taking mental health leave. There are laws under which employees may qualify to take leave, such as the FMLA and the ADA. This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Craig Levey...

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YahooMostly Factual3d ago