New Jersey Leave of Absence for Work refers to the rights and regulations provided to employees in New Jersey when they need to take time off from work for various reasons. This legally mandated leave ensures job protection, continuation of certain benefits, and the right to return to work after the approved leave period ends. The different types of New Jersey Leave of Absence for Work include: 1. Family Leave Act (FLA): The New Jersey Family Leave Act provides eligible employees with up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave in a 24-month period to care for a newborn or newly adopted child, or to care for a seriously ill child, spouse, parent, or domestic partner. This leave is job-protected and maintained health benefits can be continued during this period. 2. Family Leave Insurance (FLY): Under New Jersey's Family Leave Insurance, eligible employees can receive partial wage replacement benefits when they need to take time off to bond with a newborn or newly adopted child, or to care for a seriously ill family member. This leave offers up to six weeks of paid leave within a 12-month period. 3. Temporary Disability Insurance (TDI): New Jersey's Temporary Disability Insurance program covers employees who are unable to work due to a non-work-related illness, injury, or pregnancy-related condition. TDI provides wage replacement benefits for up to 26 weeks and ensures job protection during the leave period. 4. Paid Family Leave (PFL): New Jersey is currently in the process of implementing a paid family leave program that will provide eligible employees with up to 12 weeks of paid leave to bond with a newborn or newly adopted child, or to care for a seriously ill family member. This initiative aims to support working families by providing them with financial assistance while they are on leave. To qualify for these New Jersey Leave of Absence for Work programs, employees must meet certain eligibility criteria, such as having worked a certain number of hours or being covered by specific employer sizes. It is essential for both employers and employees to understand and comply with the requirements set forth by these leave programs to ensure a smooth transition and a fair and protected leave period.