Can an employer deny an employees fmla for non-elective surgery?

Yes, an employer can deny an employee's FMLA request for non-elective surgery if the employee does not meet the eligibility criteria set by the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), such as having worked for the employer for at least 12 months and having at least 1,250 hours of service in the past year. Additionally, the employer may deny the request if the surgery does not qualify as a serious health condition under FMLA regulations. However, if the surgery meets the criteria and the employee is eligible, the employer must grant the leave.