Leave of Absence Management in Trucking
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Hosted by VP of Compliance Bret McKitrick, "Leave of Absence Management in Trucking" broke down the layered framework employers must navigate when an employee goes on leave. From applicable law to plan documents to handbook policies, this session covered it all so you can handle every leave situation consistently and compliantly.
Key Takeaways:
Match the law to the situation. FMLA, ADA, PWFA, and Workers' Comp each apply differently — know what each does (and doesn't) require for benefits continuation and verify eligibility against actual plan documents rather than assumptions.
Account for the variables that change the outcome. Leave type, duration, benefit type, and employee classification all affect how eligibility rules apply, so a consistent, multi-step evaluation process is key to reducing legal exposure and treating employees equitably.
Keep policy and plan language aligned. Handbooks and written leave policies should mirror plan document requirements to close gaps or conflicts that create compliance risk.