FMLA & ADA: Navigating Overlapping Regulations and Compliance

Managing employee leave can be challenging, especially when multiple laws come into play. This session breaks down how the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) work together and sometimes overlap in everyday workplace situations.

We’ll help you make sense of complex leave cases, from coordinating ADA accommodations to handling repeated leave requests, while keeping your company compliant and your employees supported. You’ll walk away with clear guidance, practical examples, and the confidence to apply these rules in real scenarios.

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Course Outline:

1. Overview of FMLA and ADA

Get a clear understanding of both the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). We’ll cover what each law requires, who’s covered, and how they protect employees while guiding employers to stay compliant.

2. How ADA, FMLA, and Related Laws Overlap in Employee Leave Cases

Learn how these laws often intersect in real workplace situations. We’ll break down how overlapping rules can apply when an employee faces illness, injury, pregnancy, or disability and how HR can handle them confidently and consistently.

3. FMLA and ADA Including Leave as an Accommodation

Understand how leave can sometimes qualify as a reasonable accommodation under the ADA. We’ll explore practical ways to coordinate ADA accommodations with FMLA leave, ensuring both legal compliance and employee support.

4. FMLA Developments

Stay updated with the latest changes, trends, and court cases impacting FMLA. This section helps you anticipate compliance challenges and adjust your company policies accordingly.

5. ADA Developments

Explore new updates and interpretations of the ADA from legal decisions and EEOC guidance. Learn how these changes affect the way you manage workplace accommodations and leave requests.

6. Example Applications

See how everything ties together through real-world case studies and examples. We’ll look at practical scenarios that show how FMLA and ADA regulations apply in everyday HR and management situations.

7. Repeated Leave Requests = Indefinite Leave?

Discover how to approach employees who request ongoing or extended leaves. We’ll discuss where the line is drawn between legitimate leave under the law and an indefinite leave request that may not be reasonable under ADA or FMLA.

8. Paid Parental Leave

Understand how paid parental leave interacts with FMLA and ADA. We’ll discuss the policies, trends, and best practices for supporting new parents while maintaining compliance.

Targeted Audience:

This session is perfect for professionals who manage compliance, leave, or accommodations, including:

• HR and Compliance Managers

• Employee Relations Specialists

• Benefits and Leave Administrators

• Payroll and Operations Professionals

• Legal and HR Advisors

• Occupational Safety and Health Experts

The intersection of FMLA and ADA is one of the most misunderstood areas in HR compliance and mistakes here can be costly. This session simplifies those gray areas and helps you confidently apply the law in real-world cases.

Whether you’re looking to strengthen your compliance knowledge, prevent potential legal risks, or improve how your organization supports its employees, this webinar is a must-attend. You’ll gain practical guidance, legal clarity, and strategies you can immediately put to use in your workplace.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable compliance insights.

Register now and secure your spot before seats fill up!