Inflammation of the nose (rhinitis) is a common cause of runny nose. Other common causes include the common cold (viral respiratory infection), influenza (flu), and sinusitis (inflammation or infection of the sinuses). Inserting objects into your nose can also produce a runny nose.
A: Under the FMLA rule, an employer must provide leave under whichever statutory provision provides the greater rights to employees.34 For examples of how this principle is applied, see the FMLA rule at  825.702(b)-(e).
(a) If an FMLA-covered employer has any eligible employees and has any written. guidance to employees concerning employee benefits or leave rights, such as in an. employee handbook, information concerning FMLA entitlements and employee. obligations under the FMLA shall be included in the handbook or other document.