Stay compliant and support your workforce by watching “FMLA & ADA: What Employers Should Know.” In this on-demand webinar, AlphaStaffHCM HR Account Managers Michael Van Riper and Khylen Wood provide a practical overview of two essential employment laws: the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Understanding FMLA Eligibility and Employer Responsibilities
To begin, the presenters break down the purpose of FMLA and clearly explain which employees qualify for leave. They also outline an employer’s legal responsibilities when handling leave requests.
Additionally, you’ll gain valuable insights into:
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Intermittent leave and how to calculate usage correctly
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Required documentation and tracking
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Options for supplementing pay
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Best practices for managing personal leave of absence requests fairly and consistently
Addressing Retaliation and Protecting Employee Rights
In addition, the webinar explores employee rights under FMLA, emphasizing the importance of avoiding retaliation. These insights help employers stay legally compliant while protecting employee trust and well-being.
Navigating ADA Compliance and Accommodations
As the discussion shifts to the ADA, you’ll learn:
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What situations may trigger ADA compliance
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How to recognize the need for reasonable accommodations
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Best practices for conducting the interactive process
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How to manage conversations around accommodations with clarity and confidence
Where FMLA and ADA Overlap: Managing Complex Cases
Equally important, the session explores how FMLA and ADA often intersect. This section offers guidance for managing situations involving both laws and provides practical steps to align your policies accordingly.
Throughout the webinar, Michael and Khylen include interactive knowledge checks to reinforce key concepts. These brief assessments help ensure the information is understood and ready to apply in real-life HR scenarios.
Whether you’re an HR professional, a people manager, or a business owner, this webinar provides the tools you need to respond to FMLA and ADA challenges with confidence.
The Original webinar was on August 14, 2025, as part of AlphaStaffHCM’s Webinar Series, presented by two of AlphaStaffHCM’s experienced HR Account Managers, Michael Van Riper and Khylen Wood.