When a manager learns that one of his employees is in the hospital for several days, that’s almost always enough information for the employer to have an inkling that the employee may need FMLA leave. But one employer didn’t think so. And the penalty for its mistake was costly. Let me explain. The Facts Grace worked for the … Continue Reading
This is a story about Scott. He has a medical condition affecting his genito-urinary system. In the words of my two-year old, Maggie, this condition sounds yucky. Like other employees with a genito-urinary disorder, Scott didn’t want his medical condition broadcast. To. Anyone. In requesting FMLA leave for his condition, Scott submitted medical certification containing “sensitive … Continue Reading
Did you ever have an employee tell you that he has medical condition “x,” which will require time off at some point in the future? Normally, you tactfully tell him to come back when he actually needs time off, correct? Such is the case of Pat Hurley, who I blogged about a year ago. You … Continue Reading
It’s 2014. And I’m so cold, I can barely peck at the keyboard to type this post. Nevertheless, it’s time to get back to work in the New Year, which always is an ideal time to review and button up your FMLA practices. Let’s face it: before we know it, six months will have passed … Continue Reading
