To say that COVID-19 has shaped the year would be an understatement. COVID-19 will probably shape the decade at the very least. Just as we think we are getting a handle on how to respond, we see a new challenge. As employers, you may experience this phenomenon daily or even more frequently. As I have […]
Oooh Baby! EEOC Reminds Bosses that Dads Get Parental Leave Too…
With all the talk about a paid Family Medical Leave law and paid maternity leave, it’s easy to lose sight of one key group of people: working fathers. Your company probably has family medical leave, and maybe even maternity leave policies. If your company is more progressive it may have a paternity leave or parental […]
FMLA, Fitness-for-Duty Certifications — and You
Meet Diligent Dan (hereinafter “Dan”). Dan had back surgery and has been out on FMLA leave for six weeks, He is due to return to work in another two weeks. Dan works as a Manager at Splendiforous Supermarket (Splendiferous”). Betty the Boss having recently decided to institute a new requirement, calls Dan and informs him […]