What is the main requirement for a victim-employee to access the additional leave benefit?

To access the additional leave benefit, a victim-employee must present a certification that an action related to the matter is pending. This requirement ensures that there is official documentation indicating that the victim-employee is involved in a legal or administrative process related to the incident that qualifies them for the leave. The certification serves as proof of the ongoing situation, reinforcing the need for additional leave to support the employee during a challenging and potentially traumatic time.

This requirement is essential for the employer to verify the legitimacy of the request for additional leave and to ensure compliance with relevant legal frameworks that protect the rights of employees who have experienced victimization. The presence of a pending action implies that there are unresolved issues that necessitate the employee's absence from work, thus justifying the additional leave benefit.