What is a best practice for Family and Medical Leave (FMLA)? To help you implement best practices for FMLA, we asked HR experts and business leaders this question for their best pieces of advice. From displaying policies prominently to verifying eligibility, there are several ways to ensure best practices for FMLA. Here are five FMLA Best Practices: Display Policies Prominently Enforce Notification Requirements Be Equitable Allow Flexible Notice  Verify Eligibility