Top 10 Reasons to Outsource Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Administration

For companies with 50 or more employees, FMLA guarantees eligible employees the right to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid job-protected leave in a 12-month period for certain medical and

family-related reasons, such as the birth or adoption of a child or a serious health condition for themselves or a family member. FMLAMatters helps employers decipher the complexity of FMLA administration, limits their risk, and reduces their workload.

Clients who outsource their FMLA administration to FMLAMatters see many rewards:

1. FMLA administrative burden is reduced for your HR professionals who are already busy.

2. FMLA administration is centralized. Especially important for employers with multiple locations.

3. FMLA compliance is ensured, thereby reducing the possibility of associated liability. FMLA litigation is on the rise and has already spelled bankruptcy to businesses all across the nation.

4. PHI (Protected Health Information) is secure. Especially important to employers with a decentralized business model (employees in multiple locations).

5. FMLA training and education is provided for Managers and Supervisors, because the laws are complex and the liability can be costly.

6. Employee abuse of FMLA is reduced. Some employees who are educated on FMLA attempt to manipulate the Leave to suit their own agenda.

7. A return on investment is realized. A $40,000 wage is average for a full-time HR generalist; FMLA outsourcing costs are much lower.

8. The "personal" nature of FMLA administration is removed for HR staff. Any denials of FMLA requests are handled by a third party administrator.

9. You are kept informed and updated on new FMLA regulations. FMLAMatters provides complete compliance with current and new FMLA federal regulations and state Leave regulations.

10. FMLA program administration is consistent and reliable.