By Dora Lane
The United States Department of Labor (DOL) promulgated new regulations applicable to the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), effective January 16, 2009. The regulations change the current FMLA-compliance framework. Additionally, the DOL has published new FMLA forms that can be used for FMLA requests as of January 16, 2009. Given the short timeframe between the new regulations’ publication and their effective date, links to these forms have been included within the article for your convenience. Be advised that the DOL forms do not reflect all rights employers have under the FMLA regulations and employers should seek advice of counsel to create forms tailored to their business. Employers should also carefully examine their FMLA policies and procedures to ensure consistency with these new regulations.
