In a matter of first impression, employee within a public agency could be held individually liable under the FMLA. If a public employee acts, directly or indirectly, in the interest of an employer, he satisfies the definition of employer under the FMLA, and therefore, may be subject to liability in his individual capacity. Modica v. [...]

Employee who suffered from intermittent depressive episodes which made it difficult for her to sleep, deal with people, and cope with work situations was fired from her job as a computer support specialist with county employer. During her 7 year employment period, employee received several negative performance evaluations concerning her interactions with others. She was [...]