Category Archives: Family and Medical Leave Act

Disney Cruise Line accused of age, sex discrimination

On behalf of elizabethtatelaw Attorney at Law posted in Family and Medical Leave Act, Workplace Discrimination on Wednesday , January 2, 2019

Arizona readers may be interested to learn that Disney Cruise Line is being sued by a male former employee over claims of age and sex discrimination. According to the lawsuit, which was filed in November, the middle-aged employee worked as a labor analyst at Disney for 18 years. Over the last few years, he worked … Continue reading Disney Cruise Line accused of age, sex discrimination

Adoption qualifies the new parent to FMLA leave like a birth does

On behalf of elizabethtatelaw Attorney at Law posted in Family and Medical Leave Act on Thursday , September 27, 2018

People’s families can grow in a variety of ways. Sometimes, two people fall in love after the end of a previous relationship. One of them may already have children, so when they get married, their new spouse suddenly has stepchildren. Other times, couples expand their family the most common way, by getting pregnant and then … Continue reading Adoption qualifies the new parent to FMLA leave like a birth does

Employers must tread carefully in FMLA cases

On behalf of elizabethtatelaw Attorney at Law posted in Family and Medical Leave Act on Friday , June 8, 2018

Employers in Arizona and throughout the country have the responsibility to properly communicate with employees who are on FMLA leave. If eligible, an employee can take up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave every 12 months. Employers must generally let workers who are on leave know if they are close to using their allotted leave … Continue reading Employers must tread carefully in FMLA cases

Worker fired after asthma attack makes FMLA retaliation claim

On behalf of elizabethtatelaw Attorney at Law posted in Family and Medical Leave Act on Tuesday , June 5, 2018

The Family and Medical Leave Act protects the jobs of some workers in Arizona when they need time off because of medical problems. A recent case against a wholesale food distribution company illustrates the importance of timing when an employee makes a claim of interference with rights to family leave and retaliation for taking time … Continue reading Worker fired after asthma attack makes FMLA retaliation claim

When can workers receive Family and Medical Leave Act benefits?

On behalf of elizabethtatelaw Attorney at Law posted in Family and Medical Leave Act on Monday , May 14, 2018

Have you ever worried about what would happen to your job if you or a family member suffered from a serious illness? Have you ever wondered what would happen to your job if you got pregnant, or if your spouse got pregnant and you needed to take time off to take care of your new … Continue reading When can workers receive Family and Medical Leave Act benefits?

Can I qualify for FMLA leave?

On behalf of elizabethtatelaw Attorney at Law posted in Family and Medical Leave Act on Wednesday , February 7, 2018

You might be surprised to know that you have the legal right to take time off after you give birth to a baby, after your spouse gives birth to a baby and if someone in your family suffers a serious medical problem that requires your attention. Although not all employees will have this right, many … Continue reading Can I qualify for FMLA leave?

Anyone may take leave to care for family members

On behalf of elizabethtatelaw Attorney at Law posted in Family and Medical Leave Act on Wednesday , December 27, 2017

Fathers in Arizona and throughout the country may be entitled to FMLA leave to care for a newborn child. They may also have the ability to take leave to care for the mother during and after her pregnancy. However, not everyone has access to either unpaid leave under FMLA or paid leave offered by a … Continue reading Anyone may take leave to care for family members

Five myths every employee should know about FMLA

On behalf of elizabethtatelaw Attorney at Law posted in Family and Medical Leave Act on Thursday , December 7, 2017

Caring for a sick family member is one of the most difficult tasks a person can experience. The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) lets employees take time off to care for a family member with a serious medical condition or because of their own serious medical issues. The FMLA also gives time off to … Continue reading Five myths every employee should know about FMLA

Court says man’s retaliation claim can proceed to trial

On behalf of elizabethtatelaw Attorney at Law posted in Family and Medical Leave Act on Saturday , October 7, 2017

Arizona residents may be interested to learn about a man who filed an age discrimination and retaliation claim against his former employer. The former nursing home maintenance director claimed that his termination by a Pennsylvania nursing home violated his rights under the Age Discrimination in Employment Act and the Family and Medical Leave Act. After … Continue reading Court says man’s retaliation claim can proceed to trial

Federal appeals court affirms jury award for FMLA retaliation

On behalf of elizabethtatelaw Attorney at Law posted in Family and Medical Leave Act on Friday , September 29, 2017

Arizona employers should take care to avoid retaliating against employees who take valid family leaves or request reasonable accommodations for physical conditions. A decision from a federal appeals court signals judicial support for employee rights in regards to family leave and breastfeeding accommodations. The case involved a female police officer who had initially won $374,000 … Continue reading Federal appeals court affirms jury award for FMLA retaliation