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Taking medical leave should not put your job or your future at risk. Yet it’s far too common that employees requesting time off for a serious health condition or a family emergency face confusion, pressure, or outright denial. The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is there to protect you.

At Nosrati Law, our lawyers understand how vulnerable this moment can feel. Our role is to bring clarity, calm, and steady guidance when you need it most, helping you understand your rights and take informed steps forward. Our attorneys have 40+ years of combined experience helping employees in the Riverside area protect their rights.

We pride ourselves on a consistent, straightforward approach that gives clients a professional experience from start to finish. That means listening carefully to what you’re facing, explaining how the FMLA applies to your situation, and being honest about what can be done. Because we focus exclusively on employment law, our attorneys know how these cases unfold in real workplaces, not just in theory, and we’re personally invested in the people behind each claim.

Call (323) 784-0643 or contact us online today. We can meet in person or virtually, based on your preference.

Common Employer Tactics and How We Prove Them

Employers rarely admit they are violating the FMLA. Instead, they often rely on technicalities or misleading explanations to discourage employees from taking leave or to justify retaliation after the fact. Here are some examples:

Miscalculating the 50-Employee or 75-Mile Rule

One of the most common tactics is for employers to claim they are not covered by the FMLA. Companies may intentionally miscalculate employee headcounts to keep themselves under the 50-employee threshold that triggers legal protection. Or, they may ignore nearby facilities within a 75-mile radius, which still qualifies you for legal protection. We investigate corporate structures, shared management, and payroll records to determine whether related worksites must legally be counted together.

Claiming a Serious Health Condition Doesn’t Qualify

Employers often downplay or second-guess medical diagnoses, asserting that an employee’s condition is not serious enough to qualify for FMLA protection. This may include demanding excessive documentation or substituting an HR opinion for a healthcare provider’s assessment. Our attorneys rely on medical evidence and statutory standards, not employer judgment, to establish eligibility.

Manipulating Hours Worked or Length of Employment

Some employers improperly deny leave by claiming an employee has not met the required hours or months of service. We review timekeeping systems, payroll records, and scheduling practices to confirm that eligibility is calculated accurately and lawfully.

Using Leave as a Basis for Discipline or Termination

Employers may cite performance issues, attendance problems, or policy violations that conveniently arise after FMLA leave is requested or taken. We analyze timing, documentation patterns, and comparative treatment to expose when discipline is being used as a cover for unlawful interference or retaliation.

Failing to Reinstate Employees After Leave

After FMLA leave ends, you are entitled to return to the same or an equivalent position. Employers sometimes claim restructuring or role elimination to justify demotions or job loss. We scrutinize these explanations to determine whether they are legitimate or simply an attempt to sidestep legal obligations.

A Steady Path Forward After an FMLA Violation

Nosrati Law brings long-standing experience to these investigations. We know what documents to request, which inconsistencies to flag, and how to expose patterns that suggest intentional avoidance of FMLA responsibilities. When retaliation accompanies an FMLA violation, we know how to develop a comprehensive legal strategy.

If your employer denied your medical leave, questioned your eligibility without cause, or punished you for asserting your rights, you do not have to navigate the situation alone. Our lawyers represent employees in Riverside and throughout Southern California on a contingency basis, meaning there are no legal fees unless we secure a recovery on your behalf.

When your health and livelihood are at stake, having experienced advocates who see through corporate tactics can make all the difference.

Call (323) 784-0643 today. Our bilingual team works with both English and Spanish-speaking employees.

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