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‘3 ways we got managers to avoid tricky FMLA compliance pitfalls’

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by John Walston
May 2, 2019

‘Your FMLA leave doesn’t cover new illness:’ Did company violate leave law?

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by John Walston
May 1, 2019

'How can he sue for FMLA interference? He didn't even see a doctor'

Here’s a lawsuit that’s sure to frustrate the heck out of some HR pros. But it also provides a valuable lesson: When a termination involves medical issues, take the time to gather all the facts. 

by Christian Schappel
October 14, 2016
FMLA leave, interference

'R U there? i cant work 2nite': When leave requests get complicated

Did a text message qualify as a request for FMLA leave? 

by Dan Wisniewski
September 11, 2013

'She's taking leave where?' Firing for FMLA abuse leads to lawsuit

Behold the perils of dealing with the FMLA in the Golden Age of Employment Litigation: After clearly catching its employee in the act of FMLA leave abuse, this employer still got sued. 

by Christian Schappel
October 21, 2015
management, retaliation, harassment

'There is no probationary status under the ADA'

HR pros are already well aware that when a disabled employee’s FMLA leave expires, he or she may be entitled to additional leave as a reasonable accommodation under the ADA. But a new EEOC lawsuit shows that leave may be an option even when workers aren’t eligible for FMLA protections.  

by Tim Gould
January 23, 2015

'Tis the season: Encourage your people to take a break

Another sign the economy’s crawling back: A substantial number of workers feel better about taking vacation this year than they did in Summer 2010.

by Tim Gould
May 25, 2011

'Why Work Sucks': A book review

Authors Cali Ressler and Jody Thompson provide their take on what’s wrong with the American workplace. If you’re one of the working hamsters who runs the daily wheel, you’re probably going to agree with them.

by Jim Giuliano
June 19, 2008

'You can never drink alcohol again': Was company's requirement legal?

Could this company really forbid one of its employees from drinking alcohol — both on the job and off the clock? 

by Dan Wisniewski
November 15, 2013

'You can't fire me, I'm on FMLA': Was mistake-prone worker correct?

As you know, taking FMLA leave can’t completely shield an employee from termination, especially when the person’s performance warrants him or her being fired. But the FMLA very much complicates the matter. So what do you need to be able to safely let under-performing FMLA-takers go? 

by Christian Schappel
July 17, 2015
FMLA leave

'You want me to come to work with bats in my hair?'

In these uncertain times, at least one thing is sure: Employees will never run out of bizarre excuses for missing work.

by Tim Gould
October 21, 2011

11 essentials for your FMLA policy

Intermittent leave has rapidly become the No. 1 headache for HR/Benefits pros everywhere. But adding these measures to your FMLA policy will certainly ease the pain. 

by Christian Schappel
May 2, 2012

12 high-impact fed rules that will affect HR in this year

Congress and various federal agencies are getting ready to enact a dozen new rules and procedures that will affect how you do your job.

by Jim Giuliano
January 7, 2009

12 high-impact fed rules that will affect HR this year

Congress and various federal agencies are enacting a dozen new rules and procedures that will affect how you do business in 2010.

by Jim Giuliano
January 7, 2010

2 new FMLA cases to make HR laugh

There’s not a lot of humor to be found in employment law, let alone the Family and Medical Leave Act. But these cases should be good for a chuckle.

by Dan Wisniewski
April 3, 2013

3 things managers can't say after FMLA requests

You know when employees request FMLA leave, those conversations have to stick to the facts about what the workers need and why. The problem is, a lot of managers don’t know that — and here’s proof some of their stray comments can cost you dearly in court. 

by Christian Schappel
March 17, 2017
FMLA leave

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