Leave Interference with Leah Stiegler

In her second appearance on The Human Resource Podcast, Woods Rogers’ Principal and management-side employment lawyer Leah Stiegler joins host Pandy Pridemore to discuss a common but often overlooked workplace issue: communicating with employees while they are on medical leave. 

During the conversation, Leah explains how seemingly routine check-ins can create legal risks under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and wage and hour laws.

Leah offers practical guidance for employers on maintaining compliance while supporting employees on leave, including why work-related communications should be handled with care and the potential consequences of asking employees to perform work during protected leave.

Watch the full episode on YouTube to hear Leah’s insights on navigating medical leave while minimizing legal risk for employers.