Category: FMLA/CFRA
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DOL Opinion: Using FMLA Leave to Attend Child’s Special Education Meetings
James W. Ward September 9, 2019
The Department of Labor (DOL) recently issued an opinion letter confirming that parents may take time off under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)…
Taking FMLA Leave to Help a Drug-Addicted Child
HRWatchdog April 12, 2019
My employee asked to take time off under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) to care for her drug addicted son, who is well…
Posted in FMLA/CFRA
DOL Opinion Letter Provides Guidance on FMLA Leave
Erika Pickles March 28, 2019
On March 14, 2019, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued an opinion letter that provides clarity on how employers designate Family and Medical Leave…
Grandma Asks for FMLA for Grandbaby
HRWatchdog January 14, 2019
My employee wants to take federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) leave when her daughter has a baby. Can I deny her request? Typically,…