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FMLA intermittent leave: Why bosses must be observant

January 27, 2011 by Stephen J. Meyer

FMLA intermittent leave continues to be a challenge in the workplace and managers need to carefully monitor how it's used. Read on to learn why managers need to be observant, and what happens if they aren't.

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How to handle those rare employees who abuse FMLA

March 31, 2010 by Stephen J. Meyer

When you come across "bad apples" who abuse FMLA leave, you need to deal with them decisively. Allowing abuse to continue crushes productivity and team morale. But be careful, the courts come down hard on employers who interfere with workers' FMLA rights. Read on and learn how medical recertification can help you safely navigate this legal minefield.

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Tight certification: Your best hope as Congress takes up paid FMLA leave bill

January 14, 2010 by Stephen J. Meyer

With Congress debating new paid family medical leave laws, information about avoiding FMLA leave abuse is crucial.

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Working another job on leave: Is it FMLA abuse?

January 14, 2010 by Stephen J. Meyer

An employee is accused of FMLA abuse after working a second job while on FMLA leave

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Employer cries FMLA abuse: 'He misused his medical leave'

January 14, 2010 by Stephen J. Meyer

An employee sues for FMLA abuse after being terminated for fixing his sprinkler while on FMLA leave.

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Management mistakes: Don’t commit FMLA abuse

January 14, 2010 by Stephen J. Meyer

Three cases demonstrating management blunders that became FMLA abuse.

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Avoid FMLA abuse: Four strategies to beat FMLA violation

January 14, 2010 by Stephen J. Meyer

Four FMLA abuse strategies to help employers avoid employee FMLA violation

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FMLA: Forms, policies and the do's and don'ts of requesting leave and FMLA paperwork

December 15, 2009 by Stephen J. Meyer

Information about the FMLA forms necessary for FMLA leave, the FMLA paperwork deadlines, and the FMLA leave request process.

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FMLA compliance failures mean big lawsuits

March 18, 2009 by jcostello

FMLA compliance means all employees are treated equally under your company's discipline standards.

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Service time and FMLA eligibility

March 16, 2009 by jcostello

FMLA eligibility and time counted

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