This article by Timothy W. Emery, Esq., a partner with Emery Reddy, PLLC, Attorneys at Law. A federal district court recently ruled in favor of an employee suing several human resources executives after he was allegedly fired for requesting time off under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).  The ruling may set a precedent in which individuals can be held personally liable for damages allowed through FMLA, including financial loss from a denial of benefits, compensation for back pay, … [Read more...]