A step-by-step process for complying with the FMLA
Simplify FMLA compliance with this step-by-step guide to help avoid common pitfalls and ensure legal adherence.
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is the federal law that comes into play when employees need to take time off to attend to personal or family medical needs. This seems like a simple concept, but many employers get lost in deciphering the details of FMLA. The high potential for pitfalls makes it difficult for employers to remain in compliance. When it comes to navigating employee leaves of absence, the process can be simplified if you approach it with a step-by-step process. Below is an overview that can help you along the way.
Step 1: Determine eligibility
There are two questions that need to be answered here. Are you required under the law to provide FMLA as an employer? And is the employee eligible? As an employer, you are generally looking at two factors to determine eligibility.
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