Category: Family and Medical Leave Act Claims

What the FMLA is, and how it pertains to you When you or a member of your family are suffering due to a medical condition, you shouldn’t have to worry that asking for time off from work might have a negative impact on your job. Unfortunately, many workers request medical […]

Woman fired over unsatisfactory FMLA paperwork Can you be fired because your employer didn’t like the way your doctor filled out your medical leave forms? That’s what one woman said happened to her when she applied for intermittent time off through the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Because the […]

When and why you can take FMLA leave The Family and Medical Leave Act, or FMLA, is something that few workers are familiar with – that is, until they need to use it. Unfortunately, people who aren’t familiar with their rights are more likely to be taken advantage of. We […]

What you need to do and when Filing a lawsuit against your employer can be a daunting process, especially if you’ve never had to navigate the legal system before. If you’re like a lot of people, you’re probably going to spend some time doing Internet research before you pick up […]

Company sued for violating Americans with Disabilities Act Taking time off from work to recover from a medical procedure is usually no picnic. In addition to the pain and discomfort, many workers are forced to go without pay during their leave. Employees are often eager to return to their jobs, […]