In the midst of the flu pandemic, many health care employers are requiring employees to receive flu vaccinations. However, a number of workers have protested, claiming that they are entitled to an accommodation based on...more
2/4/2013 - Disability Disability Discrimination Discrimination EEOC Flu Shot Rule Independent Contractors Pregnancy Discrimination Reasonable Accommodation Religious Discrimination Students Title VII Undue Hardship Vaccinations Volunteers
While it is generally lawful for an employer to develop and implement dress codes and uniform policies, the employer must be mindful of employees' right to practice their religion and wear clothing that comports with their...more
1/24/2013 - Burger King Discrimination Dress Codes EEOC Reasonable Accommodation Religious Discrimination
In the midst of the flu pandemic sweeping the nation, a federal court in Ohio has provided some food for thought to employers that require their employees to get a flu shot. In Chenzira v. Cincinnati Children's Hospital...more
1/16/2013 - Chenzira Discrimination EEOC Hiring & Firing Religious Discrimination Termination Title VII Vaccinations Veganism
Recent federal cases demonstrate the importance of engaging in the interactive process when an employee requests a religious accommodation. Title VII and similar state and local laws not only prohibit religious discrimination...more
1/9/2013 - Discrimination EEOC Reasonable Accommodation Religious Discrimination Title VII Undue Hardship
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