“You Want More Time Off?” – Dealing with Employees’ Medical Leave Requests Under the FMLA and ADA
Q: We recently had several employees apply for FMLA. Two of them are at least 100 hours short of the minimum 1,250-hour requirement but for different reasons. In an attempt to accommodate the first employee’s health issues,...more
As the pandemic continues, a segment of individuals who contracted COVID-19 reports that they have not experienced a quick recovery. Rather, they are continuing to suffer symptoms months after initial onset of the disease....more
Recently, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”) weighed in and provided guidance on the Coronavirus for employers... ...In sum, the EEOC emphasizes that employers should still be cognizant of their...more
Managing an employee who is struggling with alcoholism or substance use disorder can be challenging for employers. While both conditions could be protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA),...more
The ever-evolving legal landscape surrounding marijuana legalization has in recent years continued to cloud the waters with respect to workplace drug testing programs. However, beyond the complex issue of whether employers...more
The recent passing of George H. W. Bush is a fitting moment to reflect upon one of his most enduring legacies in the sphere of domestic policy: the Americans with Disabilities Act, which he signed into law on July 26, 1990....more
Shutdown Shelved (For Now). In a rare demonstration of unity, Congress punted on this week’s government funding debate out of respect for the funeral of President George H.W. Bush (more on the former president’s legacy...more