HR Chat: Unlimited PTO

Your organization offers unlimited paid time off (PTO) as a benefit, with the understanding that employees must receive approval from their supervisors before taking leave. Recently, an employee’s PTO request was denied. In response, the employee submitted a letter to the business owner, alleging preferential treatment and discrimination based on gender, and threatened legal action.  What is the best course of action to handle this situation without it escalating?

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