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The Labor Department is reviewing United Airlines’ leave policies after the carrier implemented stricter measures to crack down on employees abusing sick time.
“Through numerous recent inquiries from workers, the Wage and Hour Division has become aware of a possible change in United Airlines’ leave policies,” said Jessica Looman, the Labor Department’s wage and hour administrator.
Looman said the department will be working with the airline and workers to ensure that the company’s leave policies are in compliance with the Family and Medical Leave Act.”
TIRE FALLS OFF UNITED AIRLINES PLANE DURING TAKEOFF AT LAX, 2ND TIME IN MONTHS
The FMLA ensures that certain employees have up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave per year. Under the law, employees’ group health benefits must also be maintained during their leave. This law…
