Working from home has become more normalized during the current pandemic, but telework has been a potential option for a worker with a disability for decades. Specifically, under federal anti-discrimination law, a covered employer must provide a reasonable...
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Part 2: Can an employer require employees to get COVID-19 vaccinations?
In part 1 of this post, we explained that the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) recently updated its guidance about employer-imposed vaccinations against the novel coronavirus. The agency’s main message is that federal anti-discrimination laws do not...
Tennis star stood up for her mental health: Takeaways for employment
International headlines recently blared news of Japanese tennis pro Naomi Osaka’s choice not to participate in a post-match news conference, citing depression and anxiety, followed by her withdrawal from the French Open. Only 23, her courage and protection of her own...