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Yes, alcoholism can be a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act. The EEOC notes here that the ADA may protect a “qualified” alcoholic who can meet the definition…
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…drink?” How much do you drink?” Basically, the type of questions that the defendant asked the plaintiff. Remember that alcoholism is a disability. And if you take adverse action based on…
It is SO DARN EASY for one of your employees to pursue a discrimination claim. But, here’s the thing…
…a DUI. I’m going to tell you about this case where an African-American man with alcoholism, sued his former employer for firing him because of his race and disability. Here…
Alcoholism and the ADA: Is it a disability? If so, how do you accommodate? And what are the limits?
TrafficJan82 [Public domain], via Wikimedia CommonsOh, I thought you had the answers. Fine, I’ll teach the class today. Could alcoholism be a disability under the Americans with Disabilities…
No, not even the ADA requires accommodating an alcoholic’s DUI-related incarceration
…. alcoholism of such employee.” 42 U.S.C. § 12114(c)(4). Therefore, although Mr. McElwain’s DUI conviction may be related to his alcoholism, Boeing was not required to make arrangements to provide…
The EEOC has no chill for your discriminatory prescription drug use and hiring policy
…to Navigate Alcoholism and Substance Abuse under the FMLA/ADA,” (listed to the replay here using the password Cigna1 when prompted), the EEOC’s guidance on medical examination and inquiries underscores the risks of inquiring into prescription medications:…
Unusual or just plain creepy? 13 unique ways folks tried to get hired
…list, Career Builder), in a sec. But, first, for those of you who missed “How to Navigate Alcoholism and Substance Abuse under the FMLA/ADA,” a webinar I presented with Cigna’s Robyn…
Want the secret to defending retaliation claims?
…Last Chance! Register here to join me and Cigna’s Robyn Marino, Esq. for our free webinar: How to Navigate Alcoholism and Substance Abuse under the FMLA/ADA. We kick it off today at noon EDT….
Don’t miss tomorrow’s free webinar: “How to Navigate Alcoholism and Substance Abuse under the FMLA/ADA”
Are you prepared to address drug- and alcohol-related disabilities and leave issues under the FMLA and ADA? At some time in their lives, millions of Americans have…
A white guy threatened to kill co-workers, got fired, and claimed discrimination. How’d that turn out?
If you were thinking, “Not well,” well, give yourself a gold star and a pat on the back. Then, register here for a free interactive webinar, “How to Navigate Alcoholism and Substance…