Eligible for E(expanded)FMLA or FMLA?

Question:
One of our employees has advised that her mother sustained an injury at home and fractured her spine, which is unfortunately fairly serious and has rendered her temporarily (hopefully) partially paralyzed. The employee's mother is in the hospital and is scheduled for surgery, and the employee will need to care for her. The employee has inquired as to what forms of leave she may be permitted to take and what the status of those would be, whether paid or unpaid. Continue to learn more.