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).
Q. What if an employerâs leave policy or a collective bargaining agreement provides greater family and medical leave benefits than the WFMLL or FMLA? A. The leave policy or collective bargaining agreement controls and applies to the extent it is more generous.