We have an employee out due to a work-related injury. Do we still need to send them Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) paperwork if they’re already on workers’ compensation?

by | Aug 18, 2025 | Employment Law, Human Resources, Time & Attendance

We have an employee out due to a work-related injury. Do we still need to send them Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) paperwork if they’re already on workers’ compensation? It depends. The FMLA and workers’ compensation serve different purposes. The FMLA provides...

One of our employees cut their hand on the edge of a broken filing cabinet at work. We asked if they wanted medical treatment, but they declined. Should we still have them fill out an accident report?

by | Jul 29, 2025 | Human Resources

Yes, even if the employee declines professional medical treatment, it’s important to document the incident and keep it on file. Having a habit of documenting issues (from safety to harassment to performance) is key to getting them solved. In this case, the broken...