Description

Managing FMLA leave is challenging – but intermittent leave adds an entirely new layer of complexity. With nuanced regulations, documentation requirements, and increased risk of misuse, it’s easy for employers to feel overwhelmed or exposed.

This webinar breaks down intermittent FMLA leave into clear, practical guidance your HR team can confidently apply. You’ll gain step-by-step compliance strategies, real-world insights, and actionable tools to help you manage intermittent leave effectively – while minimizing disruption and reducing the risk of abuse.

We’ll tackle your toughest questions, including when intermittent leave is required, how to handle suspicious usage, and whether you can transfer employees to better-suited roles. By the end, you’ll be equipped to protect your organization, ensure compliance, and take control of intermittent FMLA leave with confidence.

Learning Objectives

• Navigate intermittent FMLA leave requirements with a clear, step-by-step approach
• Understand what qualifies as a “serious health condition” and how employees should provide notice
• Know when you can request medical certifications and second opinions
• Learn when (and how) employers may contact a healthcare provider
• Identify what documentation employees must provide before taking intermittent leave
• Strengthen your FMLA policy to better manage intermittent leave and reduce disruptions
• Compare the 4 methods for calculating the 12-month FMLA period (including rolling methods)
• Determine which calculation method works best for your organization
• Understand employee notice requirements for intermittent leave
• Discover practical strategies to detect, prevent, and address FMLA abuse
• And more real-world compliance insights

Who Should Attend

• HR & Benefits Professionals
• Managers & Supervisors
• In-House Counsel
• Finance & Compliance Officers
• Business Owners & Executives