Leave of Absence Policies

Bereavement Leave

Newell Brands recognizes that employees may need time off during times of loss. This policy explains when and how employees may request bereavement Leave. Learn more here.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Newell Brands recognizes that circumstances sometimes require an employee to be absent from work for a limited period of time. In certain situations, an eligible employee may request time off under the federal law known as the Family and Medical Leave Act, or FMLA. Some state laws provide additional rights with respect to family and medical leave. You will be advised of your rights under your state's laws where controlling. Learn more here.

Jury Duty

Newell Brands recognizes that jury duty is a civic obligation for everyone. This policy explains how to report time off needed for jury duty and how you will be paid while serving jury duty. Learn more here.

Military Leave

Newell Brands supports the efforts of employees who serve in the United States military and other uniformed services. Some state laws may provide additional military leave rights. Learn more here.

Parental Leave

Newell Brands, Inc. and its subsidiaries (the “Company”) supports its employees and their families by providing paid leave for new parents. Learn more here.

Personal Leave

Newell Brands recognizes that employees may require time off in addition to vacation for personal and other reasons not covered by the Family and Medical Leave Act, Short-Term Disability, or other leaves, including leaves provided by state law. This policy explains when and how employees may request unpaid personal leave. Learn more here.

Prepare for your leave

The Leave of Absence Summary provides an overview of Newell’s disability and paid leave plans.

State Disability Benefits

Depending on the state where you work, you may be entitled to state disability benefits. If you work in a state that provides state paid disability or family and medical leave benefits (CA, CO, CT, DE (2026) MA, ME (2026) NJ, NY, OR, RI, WA), your Newell plan benefits will be reduced by an estimated amount you are expected to receive from the state.

  • Click here to learn more about the leave and disability available in your state and actions you’ll need to take to apply for benefits. Need to report a leave of absence?

Need to report a leave of absence?

  1. Please refer to the correct leave of absence policy​ or your situation to review specific instructions.

  2. Report your intended leave to your supervisor/local HR representative.

  3. File an Absence or Disability Claim with Prudential:

    • Call 877-FOR-PRU1 (877-367-7781) Monday – Friday 8am – 8pm EST. You can speak to an absence professional or follow the prompts to record your absence or disability information.

      • Log in to www.prudential.com/mybenefits. Click on “Claims and Absence” and then “File a Claim/Report an Absence.” There, you can input your information and download any forms you may need. 

Reporting an Absence or Disability (English) | Reporting an Absence or Disability (Spanish)

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