Question:

I filed for fmla, it took my employer one week to forward it on to HR they acted like it wasn’t important.

Response:

While FMLA is a major event for many employees, employers may find it as “just part of the routine” and may give the impression that it’s not important.  In researching notification requirements I found that employers should provide a written notice to employees “within a reasonable time after the employee gives notice of the need for FMLA leave, within one or two business days, if feasible.” Your employer might have wanted to be more vigilant in getting the info to HR, but as long as you received a response shortly after, you shouldn’t have any problems.
Thanks for your question!

Source:

http://www.dol.gov/elaws/esa/fmla/fmlaen5.asp