Fifth Circuit rules against EEOC enforcement guidance
On Aug. 6, 2019, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, in State of Texas v. Equal Employment...
Who kept the dog out? And why it mattered – ADA interactive process requirements...
There are several cases outlining the general obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) regarding accommodation of service...
LEGAL: When less is more – problems with ‘100-percent healed’ return-to-work policies
The art of human resources demands an ability to adapt to ever-changing demands and responsibilities. While we all would like...
Accommodating opioids in the workplace: EEOC issues guidance
On Aug. 5, 2020, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued two guidance documents regarding the interplay between the...
Sixth Circuit reverses summary judgment in ADA case
A recent decision from the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals reminds employers of the need to communicate directly with...