Lisa Guerin

J.D. · UC Berkeley School of Law

Lisa Guerin is the author or co-author of several Nolo books, including The Manager's Legal Handbook, Dealing with Problem Employees, The Essential Guide to Federal Employment Laws, The Essential Guide to Family & Medical Leave, Workplace Investigations, and Create Your Own Employee Handbook.  Guerin has practiced employment law in government, public interest, and private practice, where she has represented clients at all levels of state and federal courts and in agency proceedings. She is a graduate of UC Berkeley School of Law.

Articles by Lisa Guerin

ADA Leave As a Reasonable Accomodation
Often, employees with disabilities need time off work for surgery, therapy, recovery, rest, or ongoing medical treatment.
Eligibility for California State Disability Insurance (SDI)
You have to meet a few tests to qualify for California's short-term disability program.
How to Calculate Short-Term Disability Benefits in California
In California, employees fund disability benefits for employees who are temporarily unable to work due to disability, including pregnancy.
How Short-Term Disability Benefits Work in California
California provides paid time off for disability, parenting, and pregnancy leave.
Getting an Accommodation for Depression or Anxiety in the Workplace
Learn about your workplace rights and common accommodations for anxiety and depression.
Maternity and Paternity Leave Laws in Minnesota
Minnesota employees have the right to time off for pregnancy, childbirth, or parenting under a mix of federal and state laws.
Taking FMLA Leave for Pregnancy and Childbirth
The FMLA's family medical leave rules let you take time off during pregnancy and childbirth without losing your job.
New York Maternity Leave and Parental Leave Rights
New York law provides disability benefits for pregnant workers, and the state's paid family leave law provides benefits for new mothers and fathers.
Maternity and Parental Leave Laws in Colorado
Colorado law gives you the right to take paid maternity or parental leave and the right to reasonable accommodations when you’re pregnant so you can work.
Can You Get Social Security Disability Benefits for Pregnancy and Maternity Leave?
Although the Social Security disability program doesn't pay benefits for pregnancy, a handful of states do.
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