Managing Leaves of Absence, Part I: FMLA
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is one of the most complex and highly regulated employment laws employers must navigate. From determining eligibility and understanding what constitutes a serious health condition to managing intermittent leave and addressing potential misuse, even seemingly routine leave decisions can create significant legal risk.
HR professionals and managers need to understand not only what the FMLA requires, but also how to apply it correctly in the workplace. This practical webinar provides HR professionals and managers with essential guidance and proven strategies for administering FMLA leave, avoiding common mistakes, and reducing the risk of costly interference, retaliation, and other FMLA claims.
What You Will Learn:
- What the FMLA Provides – Understanding employees' rights and employers' obligations
- Determining FMLA Eligibility – Who qualifies and when
- Understanding a “Serious Health Condition” – What qualifies and common areas of confusion
- Defining Family Members – Understanding the FMLA definitions of child, spouse, and parent
- Managing Potential FMLA Misuse – How to identify and address questionable leave without violating employee rights
- Drafting Effective FMLA Policies – Key provisions that can help protect your organization
- Managing Intermittent and Reduced-Schedule Leave – Understanding employer rights and employee protections
- Understanding FMLA Notice and Certification Requirements – Avoiding common administrative mistakes
- What Employers Should—and Should Not—Do Under the FMLA – Practical guidance for HR and managers
- Understanding Employee Rights and Entitlements – What employees are entitled to and what employers may require
- FMLA Reinstatement Requirements – When an employee must be returned to the same or an equivalent position
- Understanding “Key Employees” – When special reinstatement rules may apply
- Avoiding FMLA Interference and Retaliation Claims – Common pitfalls that can create significant liability
HR Learning Center’s 60-Minute Online Employment Law Webinar Includes:
- Live online training led by an experienced employment attorney
- PowerPoint presentation
- Practical handouts and resources
- Certificate of Attendance
- Interactive Question & Answer Session
Who Will Benefit Most from This FMLA Webinar?
- HR Professionals
- HR Directors and Managers
- Employee Relations Professionals
- Managers and Supervisors
- In-House Counsel
- Employment Attorneys
- Business Owners
- Anyone responsible for managing employee leaves of absence
FMLA compliance requires more than simply approving or denying leave. This webinar will provide practical guidance to help your organization manage FMLA leave effectively, recognize potential problems before they become legal claims, and reduce the risk of costly mistakes.
Can’t make the scheduled date or time? Contact us to arrange a private webinar for your organization on an alternate date at no additional cost.