One of the best ways to guarantee an employee will get her FMLA case in front of a jury is for her boss to mention her use of FMLA leave while discussing termination. FMLA is a “protected” leave for a reason. A good idea: Have someone neutral from HR deliver the news that the employee is being let go.
Never mention the FMLA during discussions about discharge
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