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).
The Department of Laborâs Twelve Month Period Formulas. Under the Family Medical Leave Act the employee has protected leave up to twelve weeks in a twelve month period. Assuming the employer is covered by FMLA and the employee met all of the other requirements for FMLA-protected leave.