POTENTIAL CHANGES TO FMLA FOR SPOUSES WORKING FOR THE SAME EMPLOYER

Earlier this spring, a bipartisan group of representatives introduced a bill that would change how the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) applies to spouses working for the same employer. […]
NEW CASE PROVIDES EMPLOYERS GUIDANCE ON FMLA ENTITLEMENT

A recent case out of the 11th Circuit provides employers with guidance on when FMLA entitlement should begin for employees. While this case is very fact-specific—meaning that the outcome occurred […]
HOW MUCH ADA LEAVE IS REQUIRED?

Raymond Severson, plaintiff in Severson v. Heartland Woodcraft Inc., has asked the United States Supreme Court to clarify how much leave is required under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). […]
FMLA LEAVE – CARING FOR ADULT CHILDREN

What Employers Need To Know About FMLA Leave for Adult Children As any parent will tell you, your children will be your children, whether they are five or forty-five. Employers […]
JOB DESCRIPTIONS CAN SAVE EMPLOYERS GRIEF, IF CURRENT AND ACCURATE

Job descriptions are written statements that describe the duties, responsibilities, required qualifications, and reporting relationships of a particular job. If drafted correctly, they can be an employer’s best friend. However, […]
MY ORGANIZATION HAS REACHED 50+ EMPLOYEES – WHAT DO I NEED TO KNOW?
When your organization reaches 50 or more employees, there are some federal and state regulations that should be considered in order to ensure compliance. Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)FMLA […]
TOP FMLA MISTAKES EMPLOYERS MAKE
Legal experts say the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is full of traps that can snag employers that let their guard down. Don’t find yourself falling into these traps. The Nevada […]