Understand the Eligibility for Leave Determinations (OnDemand Webinar)

$149.00

SKU: 411326EAU

Description

Ensure your company is adhering to federal and state leave law requirements.Ensuring compliance with federal and state leave laws is paramount for businesses to uphold employee rights and maintain a harmonious work environment. Familiarity with major federal statutes such as the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), California Family Rights Act (CFRA), Pregnancy Disability Leave (PDL), and the Paid Sick Leave and Safe Time Law (PWFA) not only safeguards employee entitlements but also fosters a culture of fairness and support within the organization. The interplay between these laws and reasonable accommodation provisions under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) underscores the importance of accommodating diverse needs and circumstances. This program is imperative to promote understanding and ensure your company is adhering to federal and state leave law requirements.

Date: 2024-04-25 Start Time: End Time:

Learning Objectives

A Refresh on the Major Federal and Some Common State Leave Laws
• FMLA
• CFRA
• PDL
• PWFA

Interplay With Reasonable Accommodation Leaves Under the ADA

Service Leaves
• Jury Duty
• Voting
• Witness Duty
• Military and Other Service Leaves

Smaller Necessities Leaves
• Time off to Attend to School Emergencies and Events
• Organ, Bone Marrow and Blood Donation
• Rehabilitation

A Brief Discussion of Paid Sick and Safe Time and Paid Family Benefits, as Well as Common Solutions on Parental Leave Policies

Putting It All Together

ASA ,CLE (Please check the Detailed Credit Information page for states that have already been approved) ,SHRM ,Additional credit may be available upon request. Contact Lorman at 866-352-9540 for further information.

Chelsea Mesa-Seyfarth Shaw LLP

Understand the Eligibility for Leave Determinations (OnDemand Webinar)

$209.00

SKU: 406276EAU

Description

Learn more on the legal requirements for leave of absence for employees eligible.Even in 2019 with the influx of wage and hour claims, employers still face an overwhelming number of claims relating to mishandling of leaves of absence. Medical issues in the workplace are one of the most complex to navigate. When an employee requires time off from work, it is often at a very emotional time in the employee’s life, leaving him or her susceptible to being upset at any mishandling of the employee’s leave of absence. These claims carry significant remedies, including attorneys’ fees. This topic will cover the various legal requirements for federal and state leaves of absence, including who is eligible for which leaves and how those leaves interact with each other. More importantly, this information will delve into common employer missteps, such as failure to provide key information in writing, mishandling an extension of leave, and triggering COBRA too soon when an employee fails to pay his or her insurance premiums. This material will also cover hypothetical scenarios and recent legal developments to ensure employers have the most updated information to navigate the medical minefield.

Date: 2019-12-06 Start Time: End Time:

Learning Objectives

Overview of Various Leaves of Absence
• FMLA and Related State Laws
• State Pregnancy Disability Leave Laws
• ADA and Related State Laws: The Interactive Process

Importance of Clear Policies Regarding Leaves of Absence

Difficult Scenarios and Common Missteps
• Constructive vs. Actual Notice
• Interplay Between Different Leaves of Absence
• Leave Designation Notices
• Leave Extensions
• Employee’s Failure to Pay Insurance Premiums
• Hypotheticals

Recent Cases

No Credit Available

Annie Ellis-Law Office of Annie M. Ellis, A.P.C.