Family and Medical Leave is a federal law in the United States that allows eligible employees to take unpaid leave for specific family and medical reasons. This includes caring for a newborn, adopting a child, or addressing serious health conditions affecting themselves or family members. Employees can take up to 12 weeks of leave in a 12-month period without losing their job or health insurance benefits. To qualify for Family and Medical Leave, employees must work for a covered employer and meet certain criteria, such as having worked at least 1,250 hours in the past year. This law aims to support work-life balance and ensure job security during significant life events.