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Designating FMLA— First Place Employers Fail

By HR Daily Advisor Staff Jul 14, 2014 Benefits and Compensation

Updated: Jul 14, 2014

When the employer has enough information to determine whether the leave is being taken for a FMLA-qualifying reason (e.g., after receiving a certification), the employer must notify the employee whether the leave will be designated and will be counted as FMLA leave within 5 business days, absent extenuating circumstances. The employer is always responsible for […]

Danger Zone—FMLA Certs Are Like a Pre-Nup

By HR Daily Advisor Staff Jun 22, 2014 Benefits and Compensation

Updated: Jun 22, 2014

Caraway, who is a member of Miller & Martin PLLC, in the Chattanooga office, offered six tips for reducing FMLA abuse during a recent webinar sponsored by BLR®. Here are her six tips for dealing with FMLA abuse. Tip # 1—Don’t Accept ‘Unknown’ Certs FMLA certifications (certs) are like an “FMLA prenuptial agreement,” says Caraway. […]