In this week's episode of OK at Work, attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger from Offit Kurman discuss the nuances of flexible leave policies, often mistakenly referred to as unlimited PTO. They explore the critical distinctions between terms like 'unlimited' and 'flexible,' the challenges in managing such policies, and the necessity of clear boundaries and approval processes. The conversation also covers the interaction between flexible leave and other types of protected leave, such as FMLA, emphasizing the importance of See more +
In this week's episode of OK at Work, attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger from Offit Kurman discuss the nuances of flexible leave policies, often mistakenly referred to as unlimited PTO. They explore the critical distinctions between terms like 'unlimited' and 'flexible,' the challenges in managing such policies, and the necessity of clear boundaries and approval processes. The conversation also covers the interaction between flexible leave and other types of protected leave, such as FMLA, emphasizing the importance of well-structured policies to ensure both employee respect and employer control. Join the discussion to gain insights into effectively implementing flexible leave policies in your organization. See less -