What written information must employees receive about FMLA leave?

The FMLA Coordinator must provide written guidance to employees each time FMLA leave is designated, including:
1.    Confirmation that the leave counts toward the 12-week FMLA entitlement.
2.    Medical certification requirements and consequences for not providing it.
3.    The employee’s option to use paid leave and related conditions.
4.    Details on health insurance premium payments and potential suspension for nonpayment.
5.    Any requirement for a fitness-for-duty certification before returning to work.
6.    The employee’s job restoration rights after leave.
7.    Possible liability for employer-paid insurance premiums if the employee does not return to work.
This written notice must be provided within one (1) to two (2) business days after the employee notifies the FMLA Coordinator of the need for leave.
If leave has already started, the notice must be mailed to the employee’s home address.
For more information, visit the State of Tennessee Attendance and Leave Manual.