…in an investigation. The FMLA fact sheet, a copy of which you can find here, provides general information concerning the Family and Medical Leave Act’s (FMLA) prohibition of retaliating against…
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Fact or Fiction: If you don’t say “FMLA”, you can’t take FMLA leave?
…Eddie slurred and lisped out his request, he never specifically mentioned the letters “F-M-L-A”. Let’s assume that Eddie meets all of the length-of-service requirements under the Family and Medical Leave Act….
Oh, baby? An employee’s pre-eligibility FMLA request is protected
Back in 2005, a Pennsylvania federal court recognized in this opinion that an employee’s FMLA rights become sacrosanct upon requesting FMLA — even if the employee is not…
The curious case of a high-speed ambulance-chasing whistleblower
…events. Bryant was an emergency medical technician (EMT) supervisor at the Jersey City Medical Center (JCMC). He also held a second job as a Jersey City police officer….
Your favorite “The Employer Handbook” posts from 2011
As the year draws to a close, let’s take a look back at the most popular posts at The Employer Handbook in 2011, based on number of…
Your employee has migraines and can’t work. But is she disabled?
…* * * When is working considered a “major life activity”? In Allen v. SouthCrest Hosp., a former medical assistant claimed to…
One blueprint for requiring employees to arbitrate FMLA claims
A NJ court recently held that a business can force an employee to arbitrate FMLA claims — even if the arbitration agreement that the employee signs does not…
Employees who share porn and take FMLA lose retaliation claims
…back. Here’s the rub. When Fayette learned about the pictures, Ms. Adams was taking leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act. Instead of taking action right away, the company…
What if you forget to tell an employee about FMLA leave?
If you have 50 or more employees, you must abide by the Family and Medical Leave Act. The FMLA affords up to 12 workweeks of leave in a 12-month period,…
An honest belief is all it takes to fire a suspected FMLA abuser
The Family and Medical Leave Act affords eligible employees up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave during any 12-month period because of a serious health condition that makes the…