TOP TEN FMLA ALLIGATORS: Tips and Traps to Avoid Liability
Protect Your Organization From Costly FMLA Compliance Mistakes!
Instructor :
Steven G. Meilleur
Webinar ID:
20063
Date: JUL 02, 2025 (WED)
Start Time: 10 AM PT - 11:30 AM PT
Duration: 90 Mins.
What you will learn
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- Identify And Avoid The Top Ten FMLA Compliance Traps
- Develop Legally Sound And Practical FMLA Leave Policies
- Determine Employee Eligibility With Accuracy And Confidence
- Handle Intermittent Leave Requests Without Violating Regulations
- Communicate Effectively With Employees And Medical Providers
- Prevent Retaliation Claims Through Proper Manager Training
- Navigate Overlaps Between FMLA, ADA, And ….
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- Identify And Avoid The Top Ten FMLA Compliance Traps
- Develop Legally Sound And Practical FMLA Leave Policies
- Determine Employee Eligibility With Accuracy And Confidence
- Handle Intermittent Leave Requests Without Violating Regulations
- Communicate Effectively With Employees And Medical Providers
- Prevent Retaliation Claims Through Proper Manager Training
- Navigate Overlaps Between FMLA, ADA, And Workers’ Comp
- Strengthen Documentation To Support Consistent Leave Decisions
Course Description
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is one of the most misunderstood and misapplied employment laws in the workplace.
Despite its critical importance, many employees—and even seasoned HR professionals—struggle to navigate its complex requirements and protections.
This training uncovers the “Top 10 FMLA Compliance Traps” that often lead to costly errors, employee disputes, or legal action. Through real-world scenarios and practical examples, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the FMLA’s intricacies and the strategies needed to stay compliant.
Key topics covered include:
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- Employee eligibility pitfalls and how to determine coverage correctly
- Common missteps in medical certification and documentation
- How to handle intermittent leave without violating employee rights
- Retaliation risks and how to avoid unlawful discipline or discharge
- Clarifying the difference between FMLA, ADA, and workers’ comp obligations
- Best practices for communication, recordkeeping, and policy enforcement
Whether you’re an HR professional, manager, or compliance officer, this course will provide critical insights into what the law requires—and what it doesn’t.
Walk away with a sharper lens to spot hidden risks and tools to manage FMLA requests with confidence and consistency.
Enroll Now!
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is one of the most misunderstood and misapplied employment laws in the workplace.
Despite its critical importance, many employees—and even seasoned HR professionals—struggle to navigate its complex requirements and protections.
This training uncovers the “Top 10 FMLA Compliance Traps” that often lead to costly errors, employee disputes, or legal action. Through real-world scenarios and practical examples, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the FMLA’s intricacies and the strategies needed to stay compliant.
Key topics covered include:
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- Employee eligibility pitfalls and how to determine coverage correctly
- Common missteps in medical certification and documentation
- How to handle intermittent leave without violating employee rights
- Retaliation risks and how to avoid unlawful discipline or discharge
- Clarifying the difference between FMLA, ADA, and workers’ comp obligations
- Best practices for communication, recordkeeping, and policy enforcement
Whether you’re an HR professional, manager, or compliance officer, this course will provide critical insights into what the law requires—and what it doesn’t.
Walk away with a sharper lens to spot hidden risks and tools to manage FMLA requests with confidence and consistency.
Enroll Now!
Why you should attend
FMLA mistakes don’t just cause confusion—they can cost you.
From lawsuits and audits to employee mistrust, a single misstep can create serious consequences for your organization.
This course is your opportunity to get ahead of the most common—and costly—compliance pitfalls. With expert-led insights and up-to-date legal guidance, you’ll gain the clarity and tools needed to manage FMLA with confidence.
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
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- Identify and correct the 10 most frequent FMLA errors made by employers
- Avoid compliance traps like missed notices or improper certifications
- Strengthen internal processes to reduce risk and protect your organization
- Improve communication and training for managers and supervisors
Don’t wait until a complaint or DOL investigation forces a change—be proactive, informed, and compliant.
Join Now!
FMLA mistakes don’t just cause confusion—they can cost you.
From lawsuits and audits to employee mistrust, a single misstep can create serious consequences for your organization.
This course is your opportunity to get ahead of the most common—and costly—compliance pitfalls. With expert-led insights and up-to-date legal guidance, you’ll gain the clarity and tools needed to manage FMLA with confidence.
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
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- Identify and correct the 10 most frequent FMLA errors made by employers
- Avoid compliance traps like missed notices or improper certifications
- Strengthen internal processes to reduce risk and protect your organization
- Improve communication and training for managers and supervisors
Don’t wait until a complaint or DOL investigation forces a change—be proactive, informed, and compliant.
Join Now!
Areas Covered
1. Introduction to FMLA Compliance
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- Overview of the Family and Medical Leave Act
- Why FMLA remains a top compliance challenge for employers
2. The Top 10 FMLA Traps Employers Must Avoid
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- Real-world examples of costly mistakes
- Common missteps in documentation, leave designation, and notice requirements
3. Building Strong FMLA Policies and Internal Practices
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- Key elements of a compliant FMLA policy
- Aligning procedures with legal obligations and organizational culture
4. Understanding Employer Rights and Obligations
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- What the FMLA requires—and what it does not
- When and how employers can deny leave or request additional information
5. Effective Communication Strategies
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- Best practices for interacting with employees requesting leave
- Guidance on communicating with health care providers legally and ethically
6. What Employers Should—and Should NOT—Do Under the FMLA
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- Actionable do’s and don’ts for HR teams and managers
- Case studies and legal precedents to learn from
7. Integrating the ADA and FMLA Processes
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- Understanding the intersection of FMLA and the ADA
- How to engage in the ADA interactive process post-FMLA leave
8. Wrap-Up and Final Q&A
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- Recap of key takeaways
- Open floor for questions and expert guidance
BONUS:
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- PDF copy of the presentation handout for your future reference.
- Soft copy of the certificate of completion on request.
- Q&A Session with the Presenter: Get your pressing questions answered verbally, via chat or email
1. Introduction to FMLA Compliance
-
- Overview of the Family and Medical Leave Act
- Why FMLA remains a top compliance challenge for employers
2. The Top 10 FMLA Traps Employers Must Avoid
-
- Real-world examples of costly mistakes
- Common missteps in documentation, leave designation, and notice requirements
3. Building Strong FMLA Policies and Internal Practices
-
- Key elements of a compliant FMLA policy
- Aligning procedures with legal obligations and organizational culture
4. Understanding Employer Rights and Obligations
-
- What the FMLA requires—and what it does not
- When and how employers can deny leave or request additional information
5. Effective Communication Strategies
-
- Best practices for interacting with employees requesting leave
- Guidance on communicating with health care providers legally and ethically
6. What Employers Should—and Should NOT—Do Under the FMLA
-
- Actionable do’s and don’ts for HR teams and managers
- Case studies and legal precedents to learn from
7. Integrating the ADA and FMLA Processes
-
- Understanding the intersection of FMLA and the ADA
- How to engage in the ADA interactive process post-FMLA leave
8. Wrap-Up and Final Q&A
-
- Recap of key takeaways
- Open floor for questions and expert guidance
BONUS:
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- PDF copy of the presentation handout for your future reference.
- Soft copy of the certificate of completion on request.
- Q&A Session with the Presenter: Get your pressing questions answered verbally, via chat or email
Who is this course for
Everybody Benefits from Watching This. Even Better When Done as a Group!
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- Human Resources Professionals At All Experience Levels
- HR Managers And Employee Relations Specialists
- Compliance Officers And Risk Management Leaders
- Small Business Owners With HR Responsibilities
- In-House Legal And Employment Law Teams
- Operations And Departmental Managers Overseeing Leave Requests
- Benefits Administrators Handling Medical And Family Leave
- Anyone Managing FMLA Compliance In The Workplace
Everybody Benefits from Watching This. Even Better When Done as a Group!
-
- Human Resources Professionals At All Experience Levels
- HR Managers And Employee Relations Specialists
- Compliance Officers And Risk Management Leaders
- Small Business Owners With HR Responsibilities
- In-House Legal And Employment Law Teams
- Operations And Departmental Managers Overseeing Leave Requests
- Benefits Administrators Handling Medical And Family Leave
- Anyone Managing FMLA Compliance In The Workplace
Instructor Profile
Steven G. Meilleur, Ph.D., SPHR – is President, CEO – PRAXIS Management Solutions, LLC, a New Mexico-based management consulting firm specializing in human resources, employee relations, leadership, training & organizational development, organizational research and assessment, strategic & operational planning, and non-profit organization management and governance. Dr. Meilleur has more than 40 years of management and executive-level experience in human resources, risk management, and organizational management in the private non-profit public, and private for-profit sectors.
Dr. Meilleur also serves as Senior Vice-President and Risk Services Consultant for Human Resources and Employment with Poms & Associates, a national risk services and insurance brokerage firm. His previous work experience includes public, private, and nonprofit organizations, in executive and management capacities.
He is also on the faculty of the UNM School of Public Administration in the graduate program, teaching in the areas of human resource management, nonprofit organization management, leadership, dispute resolution, organizational change, and human resource development. He has spoken at numerous conferences and workshops across the country, and is a published author in the areas of human resources, marketing, leadership and management development, organizational change and innovation, non-profit organization management, and board development.
Dr. Meilleur received a BA in English Literature and Education from Bucknell University, an Executive MBA from the University of New Mexico’s Anderson Graduate School of Management, and his Ph.D. in Leadership and Organizational Learning from UNM. He received his certification as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) by the Society for Human Resource Management in 1995.
