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FMLA Eligibility Screener

FMLA Eligibility Screener It’s free, runs in your browser, and stores nothing you enter.

Months employed by this employer

Hours worked in the last 12 months

Employees within 75 miles of your worksite

FMLA eligibility screen

May not be eligible

Check the factor that fails: 12 months tenure, 1,250 hours, and 50 employees within 75 miles.

12+ months employedNo

1,250+ hours last yearNo

50+ employees nearbyNo

Illustrative FMLA screen. State family-leave laws (e.g., CA, NY, NJ paid leave) may be broader. Not legal advice. This is an illustrative estimate for general informational purposes only. It is not legal, tax, or financial advice, it does not create an attorney–client relationship, and it is not a quote, promise, prediction, or guarantee of any benefit, amount, eligibility, deadline, or outcome. Figures are based on published government sources as of the date shown and change over time; results may not reflect current law or the facts of your situation. Do not rely on this tool — consult a licensed attorney before taking or refraining from any action.

Key figures behind this estimate

Published government figures used in the calculation, with their effective date and source.

FLSA overtime premium

As of 2026 · 29 U.S.C. §207(a) — time-and-one-half for hours over 40 in a workweek

1.5

Federal minimum wage

As of 2026 · 29 U.S.C. §206(a)(1) — federal minimum wage

7.25

Frequently asked questions

What does the FMLA Eligibility Screener estimate?

FMLA Eligibility Screener It runs entirely in your browser and stores nothing you enter.

Are the figures current?

Yes. The estimate uses published government figures, each dated on this page (as of 2026) with its source.

Is this calculator legal advice?

No. It is an informational estimate from published data and does not create an attorney–client relationship. Confirm specifics with a licensed attorney.

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Illustrative FMLA screen. State family-leave laws (e.g., CA, NY, NJ paid leave) may be broader. Not legal advice.