Fmla Certification And Eligibility

Summary

In Illinois, to renew FMLA, you must provide medical certification, even if you meet the 1,250 hours worked requirement. Employers cannot manipulate dates to make you ineligible. They can request medical certification but not specific diagnosis details. If denied due to lack of certification or date manipulation, consider filing a complaint with the Department of Labor.

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Had * when requested renewal of Fmla. Medical certification fws
In Illinois, having *,* hours worked is one of the eligibility criteria for FMLA. However, the medical certification is also crucial. If you failed to provide it, your employer can deny the renewal.
Would you like tips on how to proceed with your employer or need help understanding the certification process better?
I renewed my
In Illinois, you must provide a medical certification to renew your FMLA. Without it, your employer can deny your request, even if you meet the hours worked requirement.
Would you like tips on how to handle this with your employer or need more details on the certification process?
i applied renewal of Fmla because is was to expire in 30 days. I had * hours at time of application I was approved then denied caused employer had to allegedly switch date as to not let my current Fmla for same condition overlap and due to switching date I don’t have * worked hours. Is this legal
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It seems you may have a strong case.
- Under the FMLA, you are eligible if you have worked *,* hours in the past 12 months.
- Employers cannot manipulate dates to make you ineligible.
Would you like more details on how to file a complaint with the Department of Labor or need a lawyer's assistance?
In Illinois can an employer request you to put a diagnosis for Fmla
In Illinois, employers can request medical certification for FMLA leave, but they cannot request specific details of your diagnosis. The certification should only confirm that you have a qualifying condition under FMLA.
Would you like more information on filing a complaint or need assistance with your employer?
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It looks like you might have a strong case given the situation with the FMLA hours and your employer's actions.
Would you like more information on how to file a complaint with the Department of Labor or need a lawyer's assistance?
Can an employer tell you that you must put a diagnosis on fmla
In Illinois, an employer can request medical certification for FMLA leave, but they cannot require you to specify your diagnosis. The certification only needs to confirm that you have a qualifying condition under FMLA.
Would you like more information on how to address this with your employer?