Employees can take FMLA leave due to serious health condition of the following immediate family members: spouse, parent, son or daughter. Bob, an employee of XYZ, Inc., is eligible for FMLA leave. Bob's 22-year old daughter is planning to attend medical school next month in the Dominican Republic. She suffered a broken leg while skiing. As a result, she requires assistance for her move-in and start at medical school. Bob has already exhausted his vacation benefits for the year. He is seeking FMLA leave for his daughter for a period of two weeks to assist her. Is Bob entitled, under the FMLA, for that leave of absence? By the way, Bob does not occupy a so-called "key position" within the company. Can the company refuse Bob's request for FMLA coverage under these circumstances? Discuss fully.Explain

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Under the Family and Medical Leave Act FMLA employees are entitled to take leave for the serious hea... View the full answer