When Is An Extended Leave Of Absence Reasonable?

How can a nonprofit employer minimize the effects an employee’s leave of absence has on your nonprofit’s work, while still providing the time away from work your employee needs? At a minimum, nonprofits should have leave policies to inform and guide both managers and employees.  But even with clear policies, handling extended leave requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Family and Medical Leave Act can be challenging for an employer to navigate.  This article from Venable includes guidance for employers assessing employee requests for extended leave.