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Assessing an accommodation request: The top three elements to consider

Assessing an accommodation request: The top three elements to consider

Employers play a key role in supporting disabled employees in performing the essential duties of their job. While not all conditions require an accommodation, any employee with a disabling condition covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has a right to...
Federal government default could impact Social Security benefits

Federal government default could impact Social Security benefits

Talk of the debt ceiling has dominated headlines since early 2023 when the treasury department began using extraordinary measures to allow the federal government to pay its obligations in full and on time. For the ninth time since the 2011 debt ceiling crisis, the...
Accommodations – When and how to conduct the interactive process

Accommodations – When and how to conduct the interactive process

When it comes to disability, there’s much for employers to be versed in, particularly as it relates to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). One area often considered difficult for employers to navigate is when and how to conduct the interactive process for...
Breaking down barriers in implementing effective accommodations

Breaking down barriers in implementing effective accommodations

Working with a disability can be challenging for many reasons. From physical barriers and accessibility issues to struggles with fair treatment and inclusion, disabled workers can encounter significant obstacles that may prevent them from entering or remaining in the...
The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act: What to know about the new law

The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act: What to know about the new law

According to the Department of Labor’s estimate, 85% of female workers in the United States will become pregnant at some point in their working years. Each year, 8% of women experience pregnancy-related complications. To effectively support a potentially significant...