Frequently Asked Questions

Massachusetts Paid Family & Medical Leave Act (MAPFML) took effect on January 1, 2021. Brandeis has developed a set of comprehensive and consistent paid family and medical leave benefits that best support employees and their families. Our primary goal is always to put the health and well-being of you and your family first. We know taking a leave of absence can be stressful and confusing, and we have done our best to simplify the process while giving you expanded leave options that support a work-life balance.
The Standard, our third party leave administrator, manages family and medical leave absence requests.

Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave Act Overview

What is Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave (MAPFML)?

Mass Paid Family and Medical Leave is a Massachusetts law that provides paid family and medical leave benefits to eligible workers living and working in Massachusetts *. Under MPFML, eligible employees can take leave:

  • For your own serious health condition as certified by a healthcare provider, including illness, injury, or pregnancy/childbirth (up to 20 weeks of paid medical leave)
  • To bond with your child during the first 12 months after birth, adoption, or foster placement (up to 12 weeks of paid family leave)
  • To care for a family member with a serious health condition as certified by a healthcare provider, including illness, injury, or pregnancy/childbirth (up to 12 weeks of paid family leave)
  • To care for a family member who was injured serving in the armed forces (up to 26 weeks of paid family leave)
  • To manage affairs while a family member is on active duty (up to 12 weeks of paid family leave)

Complete Details about Eligible Leaves

MAPFML Contributions

Medical Leave

Family Leave

Please note: These frequently asked questions are based on our current understanding of MAPFML, its regulations, and The Standard’s administrative processes. Details are subject to change, and we will provide updated information as applicable.