This strange situation is creating a problem in the workplace, where I've been denied leave to care for her. She is very ill, and I am the executor of both her will, her living will.
2007-11-27 04:37:54 · 13 answers · asked by Deborah T 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
Only by marriage; technically she's your aunt-in-law. It would be the same relationship as that of your husband's mother...once removed.
Most companies require a BLOOD connection; however you could appeal to the labor board or human resources department since you're in an exceptional situation, being the executor of her will and the overseer of her living will. Worst case, you may need to appeal to your state labor board and if it comes down to it, take an unpaid leave of absence.
2007-11-27 04:44:31 · answer #1 · answered by Brutally Honest 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Speak with the attorney that the will and living will are through, there is probably some type of court instrument that would require your employer to honor FMLA.
You may want to re-word your opening question, when you first read it, it looks as though you've been swimming in the shallow end of the gene pool.
2007-11-27 04:48:53 · answer #2 · answered by Amy V 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No she is not you actual aunt she is your husband aunt and you are not really close to her in the family chain so you need to make up a better excuse to take leave.
2007-11-27 04:45:20 · answer #3 · answered by Lost 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I thought Family Leave was the law of the land in America.
2007-11-27 04:41:55 · answer #4 · answered by Kate 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Surely there is some legal documentation which could be used to prove your required leave after the fact. If your boss is no help try going over his/her head to explain the matter.
2007-11-27 04:41:47 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes she is. The two of you are related by marriage. Your company has no right to deny your request for leave. They are just being jerks, like all other companies.
2007-11-27 04:45:43 · answer #6 · answered by Jessica C 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
YUP! By marriage, YUP.
Leave is usually given for "immediate family members". Blood, that is.
2007-11-27 04:43:08 · answer #7 · answered by ed 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think she's your aunt-in-law. Sounds like your employer isn't very considering.
2007-11-27 04:54:34 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Only through marriage...If you divorced your husband...she would no longer be considered you aunt....
2007-11-27 04:43:44 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, she is through marriage, when you married him you married into his family. I would talk to a lawyer and see what can be done legally.
2007-11-27 04:43:35 · answer #10 · answered by peyton31602 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋