Lachelle Watson v. Drexel University

  1. September 27, 2021

    3rd Circ. Backs Drexel U's Defeat Of Ex-Custodian's FMLA Suit

    The Third Circuit on Monday upheld a trial court's ruling that Drexel University hadn't violated federal leave or disability law by firing a custodian after she took unapproved leave for her fibroid condition, saying she hadn't turned in required paperwork documenting her illness.

  2. May 13, 2021

    3rd Circ. Questions Efforts In Ex-Janitor's FMLA Suit

    The Third Circuit on Thursday questioned if either Drexel University or a fired janitor put forth enough effort to ensure the ex-employee provided the required paperwork for Family Medical Leave Act-protected absences, as the onetime maintenance worker sought to revive her lawsuit claiming she was fired despite her legal entitlement to time off.