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DOL Revises FFCRA Regulations in Light of New York Federal Court Decision

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As we previously reported, on August 3, 2020 the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York (the “District Court”) struck down four provisions of the Department of Labor’s (“DOL”) regulations interpreting...more

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FMLA Claim May Be Triggered Prior to Eligibility

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Why it matters - A Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) claim may be triggered where an employer promised coverage before eligibility under the statute took effect, according to a new decision from a Wisconsin federal...more

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Does An Employer Have FMLA Obligations Even Before An Employee Satisfies the Eligibility Requirements For Taking FMLA Leave?

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In a word: Yes. In fact, there are many. The most notable obligation under the Family and Medical Leave Act – the obligation to provide protected leave for a qualifying reason – does not apply until the employee has become...more

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Navigating FMLA: May An Employee Be Entitled to Leave Beyond 12 Weeks?

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In certain circumstances, an employee may begin a leave of absence prior to being eligible to take leave pursuant to the Family and Medical Leave Act (“FMLA”). ...more

Franczek P.C.

FMLA FAQ: When Is an Employer Required to Check for FMLA Eligibility? The Answer May Surprise You!

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Every once in awhile, my posts must return to the nuts and bolts of FMLA, and this is one of ‘dem ‘dere posts. After all, I can’t always cover scintillating topics such as Beyonce concerts, bullies who abuse FMLA leave and...more

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FMLA FAQ: My Employee Took A Whole Lot Of Leave Last Year. Is He Even Eligible Now For FMLA Leave?

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Q: We have an exempt, managerial employee who in this past year took all 12 weeks of FMLA leave, and six additional weeks of unpaid leave. He also was intermittently absent for digestive problems to the tune of about four...more

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