Legal Articles, Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

The Panama Papers Leak: An Overview

A blog post about the Panama Papers leak and the legal issues surrounding it.

Civil Unions Not Covered Under the Family Medical Leave Act

A blog post on why civil unions are not considered a marriage under the definitions for the Family Medical Leave Act.

Employer and Employee Coverage Under the Fair Labor Standards Act

A blog post about the requirements for coverage under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Employer Penalties for Violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act

A blog post about appropriate penalties for different violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Employer Request for Documentation Under the FMLA, and the “Final Rule,” to Determine Family Relationships

A blog post explaining the definition update in the FMLA and how it affects same-sex families.

Employer Same-Sex Marriage Family Medical Leave Coverage

A blog post about changes to the definition of the word "spouse" in the Family Medical Leave Act that now allows same-sex couples to take protected leave to care for spouses.

Family Medical Leave Act to Care for Adult Children

A blog post about changes to the FMLA that allow employees with adult children that are disabled or incapable of self-care due to physical or mental disability to care for them.

First Labor Policy Shift Under Trump Is Underway

A blog post about changes being made under President Trump on the Fair Labor Standards Act.

The Sex Discrimination Case That Won't Die

A blog post about a sex discrimination case out of Washington D.C. that has been pending for 27 years and counting.

Continuation of Medical Benefits Under the ADA and FMLA

A blog post about whether an employee is obligated to maintain medical coverage while the employee is out on leave.

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