Teachers and staff in schools rely heavily on FMLA leave. Whether it is long-term leave or intermittent leave, the FMLA provides significant benefits to your employees. However, from the perspective of the school employer, not only the leave provisions, but also the recordkeeping requirements of FMLA leave can cause significant headaches. Leaves of absence present unique challenges for schools. Educational employers must adhere to the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and its current regulations, regardless of the inconvenience. Avoiding legal pitfalls and ensuring smooth operations require understanding these requirements. The speaker will explain FMLA requirements and address administrative burdens and the burdens they impose on schools.

During this 90-minute FMLA webinar you’ll cover FMLA requirements and how schools are complying with these.

Our speaker will discuss:

• Develop FMLA policies that comply with current regulations
• Address the unique leave requirements specific to schools.
• Identify appropriate reasons for taking leave.
• Administer intermittent leave effectively.
• Provide emergency sick leave when required.
• Engage in the ADA interactive process as needed.
• Request employee medical information correctly.