FMLA is more than a compliance obligation. It is often where operational missteps, employee misuse, and legal risk intersect, creating challenges for employers, managers, and HR teams alike.
In this 30-minute, SHRM-certified webinar, Unum experts share what effective and defensible FMLA administration looks like in practice, where employers are most exposed to risk, and practical strategies to strengthen compliance, address suspected misuse, reduce manager frustration, and support workforce planning.
What you'll learn:
- How to avoid common administrative mistakes that increase employer risk
- Key lessons from case law for addressing suspected leave misuse
- Strategies for balancing compliance, consistency, and employee experience
- When external partners and technology can help reduce administrative burden and support more effective leave management
Meet the Presenters
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Lane Crowder, Assistant Vice President, Legal, Unum Group
Lane Crowder is an Assistant Vice President on Unum’s Leave and ADA team, advising on FMLA, ADA and broader employment law compliance. With more than 25 years of experience as a labor and employment attorney, she is a trusted resource on complex leave issues and a frequent speaker on policies and best practices.
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Adam Bruce, Director, Leave and Absence Consultation, Unum Group
Adam Bruce serves as Director, Leave and Absence Consultation at Unum, partnering with clients to design effective leave solutions and support seamless implementation. With 14 years of experience at Unum, he brings deep expertise in leave operations, including the implementation of corporate and PFML programs.
SHRM certification has approved this webinar for 0.5 PDC toward SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP recertification. A program code will be provided at the end of the webinar.