Durose v. Grand Casino of Mississippi Inc.

PER CURIAM:*

This case arises from an employer’s decision to terminate one of its employees after the expiration of her leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act (“FMLA”), 29 U.S.C. §§ 2601-54 (2006). The district court granted summary judgment to the employer. For the following reasons, we AFFIRM.

I. FACTUAL AND PROCEDURAL BACKGROUND

Plaintiff-Appellant Patricia Duróse (“Duróse”) was hired by Defendant-Appellee Grand Casino of Mississippi, Inc. (“Grand Casino”) in 1992 and ultimately advanced to the position of slot supervisor. Around December 16, 2002, Duróse became ill and took leave under…