Subject: Request for Leave of Absence — West Virginia Employee Dear [Supervisor/Manager's Name], I am writing to formally request a leave of absence from my duties at [Company/Organization Name] as an employee residing in West Virginia. As per the Employee Handbook and relevant employment regulations, I am requesting leave for the duration mentioned below: 1. Medical Leave: In case of a medical condition, it is necessary to provide a detailed description of the illness or injury requiring the leave. Medical records and relevant supporting documentation may be attached, as per company policy. Please ensure to mention the start and end dates of the anticipated leave, including any appointments for treatments or surgeries that have been scheduled. 2. Family Leave: In the event of a family emergency or significant life event, such as the birth or adoption of a child, I kindly request your consideration. Please include the specific details with respect to the event, including the anticipated start and end dates of the leave. 3. Personal Leave: If I simply need time off for personal reasons, please find attached a detailed explanation of the nature of my personal circumstances warranting leave. Please note that personal leave may require providing alternate coverage or arranging work redistribution while I am away. 4. Military Leave: In the instance of being a member of the National Guard or Reserve Military Forces, I would like to request leave in order to fulfill any necessary training or deployment requirements. I understand my obligation to provide official orders or documentation related to these military duties and will promptly do so upon request. 5. Bereavement Leave: If a family member has passed away, I kindly request your understanding of my need for bereavement leave to attend to funeral arrangements and spend time with my family during this difficult period. The expected start and end dates should be specified, based on the funeral or any related events. I assure you that I will make every effort to complete any pending tasks and work assignments before my departure. If there are outstanding projects requiring immediate attention, I am more than willing to discuss how they can be handled prior to my leave. During my absence, I will be available for contact via phone or email (provide contact information). I will ensure to check my messages periodically and respond in a timely manner if any urgent matters arise that require my attention. Thank you for your understanding and support regarding my request for leave of absence. I genuinely value my work and colleagues, but feel that this temporary absence is necessary to address the aforementioned circumstances. I will be more than willing to collaborate and coordinate with you and the team to ensure a smooth transition and minimize any potential disruption. Please let me know of any additional steps or documentation required to process this leave request. I look forward to your prompt response. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Employee ID] [Department/Position] Note: This sample letter is an outline intended to guide you in creating a leave of absence request specific to West Virginia. Please consult with your company's policies, regulations, or legal counsel for the best practice in your organization.
Para su conveniencia, debajo del texto en español le brindamos la versión completa de este formulario en inglés. For your convenience, the complete English version of this form is attached below the Spanish version.