HR Badge #10: Leaves: Other-HR Badge #10

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Attorney John Dalley explains that employee leave can come from sources beyond FMLA and Washington’s Paid Family and Medical Leave, and the key skill is knowing other leave types exist and where to check the rules. He focuses on Washington law affecting school districts, especially classified/non‑exempt staff.<br /><br />First, Washington Paid Sick Leave (RCW 49.46.210) generally covers non‑exempt employees; it accrues at least 1 hour per 40 hours worked, with at least 40 hours carryover. Districts may “front-load” leave but cannot seek repayment if an employee uses more than they would have accrued. Sick leave can be used for the employee’s or a family member’s health needs, certain public health closures, and Domestic Violence Leave Act purposes. Verification can generally be required only for absences exceeding three days and must not be overly burdensome; confidentiality is required. Employers must provide required notices and monthly accrual/usage information.<br /><br />Next, the Washington Family Care Act requires employers to allow employees to use any paid leave to care for a child with a qualifying health condition or certain relatives with serious/emergency conditions, with posting and anti-retaliation duties.<br /><br />He then covers the Domestic Violence Leave Act: reasonable leave (paid or unpaid) for legal help, medical care, services, counseling, or safety planning related to domestic violence/sexual assault/stalking, with notice, possible verification, confidentiality, benefit continuation, and job restoration.<br /><br />He briefly flags other leaves (shared leave, pregnancy disability, military-related) and reminds viewers to check collective bargaining agreements, which may add or expand leave rights.

Keywords

Washington Paid Sick Leave (RCW 49.46.210)

Washington Family Care Act

Domestic Violence Leave Act (Washington)

School district employee leave policies

Classified/non-exempt staff leave rights

Leave accrual and carryover requirements

Collective bargaining agreements and expanded leave rights