"This decision shows that situations may arise around the edges of what we consider 'typical' FMLA leave -- especially when it deals with leave taken to care for another individual. The important facts in this scenario appear to be: [1] The children had a qualifying serious health condition that was documented by a healthcare provider. The mother was already taking intermittent leave related to these children. [2] The IEP meetings were directly related to that medical condition. According to the opinion letter, the occupational, speech, and physical therapy were prescribed by a doctor, provided by the school, and discussed at the IEP meeting."  MORE >>