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Learn MoreIn this MyHRBuzz podcast episode, host Chris Cooley and HR expert Emily Frederick, SHRM-CP, discuss ADA compliance, employer responsibilities, reasonable accommodations and best practices for navigating the Americans with Disabilities Act.
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Learn MoreLast Updated on June 25, 2024 by MyHRConcierge Recently, GMRI, Inc., operating as Olive Garden, resolved a significant lawsuit filed by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) concerning disability discrimination during the hiring process. This case sheds light on critical legal standards that every employer should adhere to. It also highlights how organizations like […]
Learn MoreLast Updated on January 21, 2024 by MyHRConcierge Navigating the intricacies of employee leave within the framework of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a critical aspect of modern human resource management. A key component of this navigation is adhering to the ADA Employee Leave Confidentiality Guidelines and not making common ADA compliance mistakes. […]
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Learn MoreLast Updated on July 18, 2022 by MyHRConcierge As of July 12, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) updated its Technical Assistance Questions and Answers on COVID-19 testing and vaccine in the workplace. Employers now need to show that mandatory COVID-19 testing of employees is job-related and consistent with business necessity, as defined by the ADA. […]
Learn MoreLast Updated on April 20, 2022 by MyHRConcierge Nearly 1 in 5 Americans (21%) say they regularly wear a smartwatch or fitness tracker. Pew Research Center Wearable tech: Pros and Cons For Employers Wearable technology isn’t a new feature. For years, personal gadgets such as smartwatches have been gaining popularity among people who want better […]
Learn MoreLast Updated on March 23, 2022 by MyHRConcierge Learn How Your Business Website Design Can Become An HR Risk DOJ Guidance on the ADA and Web Accessibility for Businesses and State and Local Governments On March 18, 2022, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) issued guidance on how public and private entities can ensure that […]
Learn MoreWhat can employers do to prepare for ADA and prevent liability? The burden has shifted, now more than ever, to employers to provide reasonable accommodations when possible and show care in handling disability-related issues in the workplace.
Learn MoreLast Updated on October 26, 2022 by MyHRConcierge Businesses Should Become Familiar With These Common Questions About COVID-19 and the ADA On Jan. 6, 2022, the Department of Justice (DOJ) issued answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) about how the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) applies to businesses and other entities under certain circumstances related […]
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