Certified Leave Management Specialist (CLMS) Certification Practice Test

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If an employee is approved and paid for 3 weeks of work under Workers' compensation, do they need FMLA leave coverage?

True
False
Only if they apply for it
Depends on the job

The correct answer is: False

Workers' compensation benefits are distinct from Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) leave. When an employee is receiving workers' compensation payments for a work-related injury, this typically covers their lost wages and medical expenses. Approval for workers' compensation does not automatically trigger FMLA leave, as FMLA is specifically designed to address serious health conditions that require time off for family or medical reasons, which may not necessarily overlap with the circumstances surrounding a work injury. FMLA may provide additional job protection but is not required if the employee is already compensated for their time off work under the workers' compensation program. Therefore, it is accurate to state that if an employee is fully compensated for their absence due to a work-related injury through workers' compensation, they do not need FMLA leave coverage to protect their job during this period.