Mutual of Omaha Makes FMLA Management Easier to Handle for Employers.

OMAHA, Neb. -- Administering Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) related absences can be confusing and time consuming for human resource managers. They can be especially frustrating for the HR managers of small employers, who often are placed in the difficult position of ensuring their company complies with all FMLA regulations.

In response to this growing problem, Mutual of Omaha is now offering optional FMLA administration services to employers who purchase the company's short- and long-term disability plans.

For group disability customers, FMLA administration will be offered as an a la carte feature through ComPsych's FMLASource[R], an expert resource for administration and consultation on all aspects of FMLA compliance.

FMLASource will provide the following services to employers who request FMLA administration:

* Response to employee and employer requests via the Web or a dedicated toll-free number

* Explanation of the employer's FMLA policies to employees

* Determination of leave eligibility

* Approval of FMLA leaves

* Tracking of FMLA absences

* Documentation of compliance with state and federal requirements

According to Scott Ault, Mutual of Omaha's senior vice president of group insurance, this new product feature provides a safety net for employers who are dealing with more FMLA absences as well as increased liability due to the complexities of the law. "We're listening to our customers, who want FMLA administration assistance to help their HR staff manage the many rules and regulations associated with the Act," Ault said.

About Mutual of Omaha

Founded in 1909, Mutual of Omaha is one of the most recognizable names in the insurance industry, with more than 13,500 group clients nationwide. Mutual offers a wide range of plan designs and delivery options for employee benefits, including disability, life, dental, voluntary, special risk, health and retirement services. For more information, visit www.mutualofomaha.com.

About ComPsych

Founded in 1984, ComPsych is the world's largest provider of employee assistance programs and is the leading provider of fully integrated EAP, behavioral health, work-life, wellness, crisis intervention services and outsourced HR solutions under the GuidanceResources brand. ComPsych provides services to more than 25 million individuals and 7,000 organizations throughout the U.S. and 92 countries. Clients range from the Fortune 500 to smaller public and private concerns as well as government entities and Taft-Hartley groups. ComPsych creates "Build-to-Suit" programs, which help employers attract and retain employees as well as improve employee productivity and performance. For more information, visit www.compsych.com.