Earlier this spring, a bipartisan group of representatives introduced a bill that would change how the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) applies to spouses working for the same employer. The FAIR Leave Act, which was introduced by Representatives Sarah McBride (D-DE), Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), and Haley Stevens (D-MI), would repeal a provision of the […]
A recent case out of the 11th Circuit provides employers with guidance on when FMLA entitlement should begin for employees. While this case is very fact-specific—meaning that the outcome occurred due to very specific circumstances— employers can glean helpful and applicable lessons from how the court ruled. What is FMLA? FMLA stands for Family and […]
Raymond Severson, plaintiff in Severson v. Heartland Woodcraft Inc., has asked the United States Supreme Court to clarify how much leave is required under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The Appeals Courts have issued conflicting opinions on the matter, which has created confusion for employers. The Supreme Court has not decided whether it will […]
What Employers Need To Know About FMLA Leave for Adult Children As any parent will tell you, your children will be your children, whether they are five or forty-five. Employers do not hesitate to grant Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) leave to employees caring for their minor children, but what happens when the leave request […]
Job descriptions are written statements that describe the duties, responsibilities, required qualifications, and reporting relationships of a particular job. If drafted correctly, they can be an employer’s best friend. However, job descriptions that are out-of-date or incomplete can result in adverse determinations. Two recent cases exemplify the important of current and accurate job descriptions: Reyes […]
When your organization reaches 50 or more employees, there are some federal and state regulations that should be considered in order to ensure compliance. Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)FMLA applies to any private-sector employer who has 50 or more employees within a 75-mile radius. FMLA requires these employers provide up to 12 weeks of […]
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FMLALegal experts say the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is full of traps that can snag employers that let their guard down. Don’t find yourself falling into these traps. The Nevada Association of Employers (NAE) is here to help. NAE recommends that Nevada employers shore up FMLA compliance efforts by avoiding the following common missteps. No FMLA […]
