FMLA

Today, I reached out to compliance and benefits attorney, Marilyn Monahan, to ask how COVID-19 might interact with leave laws. I’m sharing what I learned with the broader community. Employers should review their sick leave policies to determine whether employees who take time off if they ha...

One of the most problematic areas for you when it comes to determining an employee’s FMLA leave eligibility are hours of service.  It's important to note that the burden of proving that an employee has not met the hours of service lies with you.  This is even the case if you are...

A good starting point when it comes to the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is determining whether or not you are a “covered” employer.  A covered employer is typically a business with more than 50 staff members.  This applies to private sector employers, public agencie...