United States 
Canada (EN) 
México 
France 
Deutschland 
United Kingdom 
Firing for Suspected FMLA Fraud: The ‘Honest Belief’ Rule
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) provides critical job-protected leave for employees facing serious health conditions or family needs. However, the protections of the FMLA are not absolute, and employees may find themselves without its shield when an employer honestly believes they have engaged in FMLA fraud.
A recent case from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit offers a cautionary tale for both employers and employees about the consequences of FMLA fraud and the importance of maintaining integrity in the administration of leave.
A recent case from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit offers a cautionary tale for both employers and employees about the consequences of FMLA fraud and the importance of maintaining integrity in the administration of leave.
