Overview:
You're responsible for both stopping abuse and staying compliant.
If you've ever
- Noticed absences that magically line up with holidays or PTO
- Worried about retaliation claims when questioning suspicious leave
- Tried to enforce call-in rules only to be undermined by a "helpful" manager
- Wanted to push back on vague or late certifications but weren't sure how
- Faced an employee stacking FMLA, ADA, and Workers' Comp in the same year
then you're already at risk.
Why you should Attend:
- Intermittent leave requests are skyrocketing and some employees use them to dodge overtime or extend weekends
- Managers approve texts, DMs, or casual requests that blow up your call-in policies
- Vague certifications ("stress," "can't work overtime") leave HR stuck
- Fraud is real but mishandling an investigation can cost more than the abuse itself
- FMLA abuse often overlaps with ADA and Workers' Comp claims, creating a legal minefield
Areas Covered in the Session:
This fast-moving, practical webinar will show you:
- Spotting Patterns of Abuse Recognize red flags like Friday/Monday absences, PTO overlaps, and overtime avoidance
- Investigating Suspected Abuse Without Retaliation Gather evidence lawfully, understand when surveillance is appropriate, and apply the "honest belief" doctrine
Interplay Between FMLA, ADA, and Workers’ Comp Fraud Real-world examples of employees using multiple laws at once, plus strategies to coordinate benefits.
- Certification & Recertification as Abuse Prevention Tools Clarify vague certifications, request second opinions, and use recertification to shut down abuse
- Manager Training to Prevent Abuse Why "helpful" supervisors create liability, and how to train them to recognize triggers without enabling fraud
- Risk vs. Reward of Challenging Fraud Weighing costs, morale, legal exposure, and when it's worth fighting
- Core Compliance Essentials Eligibility rules, call-in procedures, retaliation traps, ADA overlaps, and documentation best practices
Don't let abusers turn FMLA into your next HR nightmare.
Protect your company. Protect your team. Protect yourself.
Reserve your spot now before abuse costs you everything.
Who Will Benefit:
- This webinar is a must for anyone responsible for managing leave, staying compliant, or keeping abuse in check:
- HR Professionals & Business Partners-Learn how to spot and stop abuse without breaking the law
- Managers & Supervisors-The first line of defense against leave misuse. Get it wrong, and you'll sink the company
- Small Business Owners & Executives-If you're nearing or past 50 employees, you're already exposed
- Compliance Officers & In-House Counsel-Fraud investigations done wrong = instant retaliation claims
- Operations & Team Leads-Discover how to keep workflows moving while protecting employee rights
- If you're responsible for compliance, productivity, and fairness-this webinar is for you