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How To Identify And Investigate FMLA Abuse

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This course will teach you strategies for identifying and handling potential FMLA abuse, how to effectively document FMLA to confront abusers, and how effective steps in how to manage FMLA abuse investigations.
Course Details:
Learn Steps For Handling Potential FMLA Abuse

It is unfortunate that HR professionals actually have to manage abuse of employee leave - but it is a reality, as more and more employees utilize the FMLA as a means to avoid disciplinary action for poor attendance and tardiness. But what can HR do? Well, a lot.

Even though the FMLA regulations are complex, confusing, and present loopholes that are easy to exploit, companies should not be reluctant to deny leave or terminate troublesome employees for fear of being sued. This training session will help you identify exactly what you can do - and how to take decisive action in even the most delicate situations.What You'll Learn:This training session gives guidance for handling potential FMLA abuse. By attending, you will learn:

  • Strategies for identifying abuse
  • Employer obligations under the Family and Medical Leave Act
  • The most common abuses of FMLA and why it's happening
  • Recent changes to the FMLA that make it easier for employers to curb abuse
  • Company policies you must have in place to effectively manage FMLA leave-and abusers of leave
  • How to leverage your internal resources to prevent FMLA abuse
  • How to identify abuse - and the individuals you need to involve in an internal investigation
  • The basic steps in how to conduct an effective investigation and how to acquire physical, documentary, and testimonial evidence
  • How to effectively document FMLA to confront abusers
  • How to take effective steps managing FMLA abuse investigations
  • The risks in just getting testimonial evidence to support a FMLA abuse case
  • How to evaluate investigative findings and prepare a report that is court-ready

Top FAQs

The program is an intensive three-day seminar designed to provide in-depth training in a short timeframe. Each day includes interactive sessions, mock investigations, and practice scenarios to ensure participants are fully prepared to apply their skills in real-world situations immediately after completing the course.
Participants receive a rich learning pack that includes 10 detailed modules and a 300-page workbook. These materials cover investigative frameworks, legal guidelines, and practical templates for documentation. Additionally, the program features interactive exercises and real-world case studies to enhance learning retention and provide hands-on experience.
While the site does not provide maximum class size, course reviews (over 400) rate it highly (4.89 average), and student testimonials praise instructor knowledge, responsiveness, and real-life examples.
Handling claims, medical certifications, return-to-work, terminations, and more.
In business since the mid-1990's, we have over 25 years of experience delivering high-quality training content via seminar, webinar, online, and other formats. Each of our courses are delivered by an industry expert who will share his or her years of experience to help you be in compliance, smarter, and more productive, and almost all offer SHRM and HRCI credits.
Respond promptly and responsibly, assess, plan, investigate, evaluate, conclude.
Payroll is much more than just handing out paychecks, and includes a variety of responsibilities such as handling garnishments, travel pay, multi-state taxation, unclaimed paychecks, and much more in a timely and accurate fashion.
Participants receive a 300-page workbook including sample forms, templates, case citations, and policies. You'll also get practice exercises, documentation toolkits, and interactive case studies. After completion, you get ongoing updates to course materials when laws change.
The Internal Investigations Certificate Program™ is a comprehensive training course designed to equip HR professionals with the skills and knowledge needed to conduct workplace investigations effectively. This program covers every aspect of the investigative process, from identifying when an investigation is necessary to gathering evidence, conducting interviews, and documenting findings. It ensures participants are prepared to handle sensitive cases like harassment, fraud, or misconduct with legal and procedural confidence.
Leave management includes the processes and requirements of managing employee absences, such as vacation, holidays, sick leave, and parental leave. Attending FMLA Training for Managers and HR Professionals can help you stay updated on the latest rules and regulations and handle leave management effectively. This makes in-person and online FMLA, ADA, and Leave Management training a practical investment for HR professionals.
They definitely can be. For instance, though FMLA permits up to 12 weeks of leave, certain employees always seem to take a Friday or Monday off under leave laws, so employers can take advantage of FMLA, ADA, and Leave Management training courses so they can fight against abuse legally.
It is a three-day, instructor-led, in-person (classroom) format. The content is delivered through lectures, case studies, interactive exercises, group discussion, and role-plays.
The Internal Investigations Certificate Program™ is offered in both in-person and virtual formats, providing flexibility for participants. In-person sessions are held in major U.S. cities, offering face-to-face interaction and networking opportunities. Virtual sessions are conducted live, allowing participants to join from anywhere while still benefiting from interactive learning. Organizations can also arrange on-site training tailored to their specific needs.
Completing the Internal Investigations Certificate Program™ enhances your professional credentials and boosts your confidence in handling sensitive HR cases. Participants earn 18 HRCI and SHRM recertification credits, demonstrating their commitment to maintaining competency in HR practices. The program also positions you as a trusted expert in workplace investigations, increasing your value to your organization.
An "internal" or "workplace" investigation is a formal inquiry regarding allegations of wrongdoing to determine whether laws or corporate policies have been violated.
Payroll Administrators must be able to:
  • Properly "classify" workers
  • Apply the various exemptions
  • Calculate gross pay and properly make deductions
  • Correctly identify, pay, and withhold taxes for employees
  • Administer deferred compensation, cafeteria plan, sick pay, and other compensation
  • Handle stock options, expense reimbursements, relocation, and other "expenses"
  • Follow the proper policies, procedures, and documentation requirements for garnishments and levies
  • Properly complete and file all required reporting requirements
  • Correctly complete year-end requirements and establish year-beginning requirements
  • Implement and maintain fraud, audit, disaster recovery, and record retention processes and procedures
Yes - organizations sending six or more participants may arrange private, on-site training (which can be significantly discounted).
Yes, the program is highly regarded by employers and trusted by leading companies such as Amazon, Microsoft, FedEx, and Allstate. Its credibility is reflected in its 4.88 satisfaction rating from over 700 HR practitioners. Completing this program signals to employers that you have the expertise and training to handle workplace investigations effectively and professionally.
Probably the largest pitfall is the reaction of your employees, especially if the investigation is handled poorly. For instance, the company does not investigate theft allegations, tells the accused details from an accuser's accusations, and loss of profits and reputation.
Several, including hostile or violent employees, retaliation lawsuits, state or federal repurcussions from broken laws, and affects on your workforce.
The cost of the program varies depending on the format and location. In-person sessions typically range from $2,195 to $2,395, while virtual sessions may offer slightly lower pricing. The investment includes all course materials, access to interactive sessions, and the opportunity to earn recertification credits. Many organizations offer reimbursement or sponsorship for professional development programs like this one.
Registration is simple and flexible. You can register online by selecting your preferred session date and format. For organizations, group training options are available, allowing you to schedule on-site sessions tailored to your team's needs.
Arguable, the most confusing aspect of Leave Management is understanding the benefits for each law - including knowing both state and federal law - for FMLA, ADA, and other laws, especially if the various laws conflict or overlap. This is why certified FMLA training courses are important. More Info
In addition to ensuring that employees are paid correctly and on time, "Payroll" has numerous time and reporting requirements. The primary payroll areas include paychecks, reporting, operations, and management.
This is ideal for HR professionals, leave administrators, managers, compliance officers, and legal or operations leaders who handle or oversee leave, accommodation, disability, or health-related workforce issues.
As laws and interpretations change (in FMLA, ADA, PWFA, etc.), HRTrainingCenter will send you updated materials, regulatory changes, or clarifications - so your policy templates and compliance knowledge remain current.
Yes - the format includes Q&A, case study discussion, and time to address your real-world issues.
Yes - completing the course grants 18 HRCI (for PHR/SPHR recertification) credits and 18 SHRM Professional
There is no prerequisite. The course is designed for HR professionals at various levels who handle or will manage leave, accommodation, disability, and compliance issues.
Common law, retaliation, Assault & Battery, Defamation, Privacy, and more.
Employers must know the legal obligations that require them to conduct internal investigations, how to gather documentary and physical evidence, how to effectively handle witness interviews, and how to apply discipliary action or termination.
The program covers a wide range of topics, including identifying when an investigation is required, evidence collection and chain-of-custody best practices, conducting expert interviews, and documenting findings accurately. Participants also learn how to avoid legal pitfalls during disciplinary actions and gain insights into real-world case studies. The course is structured into 10 modules, ensuring a thorough understanding of investigative frameworks and legal contexts.
The schedule includes multiple U.S. cities and dates, plus video-conference versions. Because many venues are listed (e.g., Atlanta, Boston, Seattle, etc.), you can select the city and date you prefer.
While many payroll-related regulations are federally-governed, there also are many state requirements, including those for handling garnishment, final paychecks, and unclaimed paychecks. Each state's requirements differ in the details, so be sure to check your state's requirements by clicking the applicable link(s) at the bottom of this page.
Leave Management laws include FMLA, ADA, COBRA, Workers' Comp, and more.
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Click the 'Credits' tab above for information on PHR/SPHR, PDCs, and other CE credits offered by taking this course.
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