HR Chat: FMLA Requirements

You have an employee who has been on FMLA leave for 10 weeks and previously indicated their intent to return after the full 12-week leave period. However, the employee has not responded to multiple attempts to confirm their return date via phone or email. Given that your business is small and requires a long-term solution for this role, would there be any legal or compliance issues if you decide not to hold the position open beyond the 12 weeks of FMLA leave?

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