Description

The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) provides critical protections for employees - but it’s also one of the most frequently misunderstood and misused workplace policies. While many requests are legitimate, some employees exploit the system, leading to absenteeism, productivity loss, and legal risk.

This eye-opening webinar will equip HR professionals, managers, and compliance officers with the tools to identify, investigate, and address potential FMLA abuse - without violating employee rights or inviting lawsuits. Learn how to enforce your policies with confidence and ensure that leave is used appropriately and lawfully.

Join us to gain real-world strategies, documentation tips, and best practices that help you walk the fine line between compliance and control.

Areas Covered:-

• What types of leave are most likely to be abused, and why?
• How to use medical certifications to combat abuse.
• “Red flags” that suggest an employee might be abusing leave.
• Conducting the proper investigation into potential abuse.
• Avoiding retaliation claims when terminating after FMLA leave.
• Documentation of “dos” and “don’ts” when disciplining or terminating employees for excessive or fraudulent leave.

Who Will Benefit?

• HR Managers and Directors
• Payroll and Benefits Administrators
• Compliance Officers
• In-House Legal Counsel
• Business Owners and Executives
• Supervisors and Frontline Managers
• Leave and Absence Management Professionals