Saturday, December 6, 2008

Some Lawyers Warn that New FMLA Rules May Create More Confusion and Litigation

The Family Medical Leave Act has undergone major changes for the first time in its 15-year history. (We posted previously about the amendments & the Department of Labor's new regulations here.)  Some attorneys fear that these changes may cause a great deal of  confusion and litigation.

This week The new rules, which take effect on Jan. 16, were a response to complaints by employers and employees alike.  Employers have long argued that workers are abusing FMLA, especially in...




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[Source: HR Lawyer's Blog]

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