1. FMLA Hostage Crisis: Curb FMLA Abuse and Reclaim Your Workforce
Presented by:
Star Bobatoon
Star Consulting LLC

2. FMLA Basics – 3 Things to Remember
Read the Rules! Re-Read the Rules! Re-Read the Rules Again!

3. 8 Components of FMLA What is a Covered Employer?
Who is an Eligible Employee?
What is a Serious Health Condition?
How long does the employee have for FMLA leave?
Is it paid or unpaid?
Is there job protection?
Do employee benefits need to be continued during leave?
How does the 12 month time period apply?

4. Questions HR Must Ask
About information to determine if there is a situation that meets FMLA eligibility
About the employee’s need for leave – amount of time, intermittent possibility, etc.
Documentation Requests – i.e. medical forms, certs
About any limitations to performing the job
Interactive communication about any accommodations that may be needed

5. Employee Accountability & Expectations
30 day notice when feasible
Follow leave request policy and other pertinent company procedures
Provide certification forms in required timeframes
No Info – No FMLA

6. Strategies To Be Implemented
Get Re-Certification when FMLA lasts long term – no more than every 30 days unless …. Be reasonable, but enforce discipline when necessary for not following policy Be specific with expectations, then consistent unless objective situation requires another action

7. Empowering Managers & HR Professionals
If not life threatening or violating federal rights, business needs can take precedence i.e. as it relates to scheduling Accommodations may be selected by the employer if effective in assisting employee in performing the job.

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Summary
Speak Up ….
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