No Crystal Ball for the ADA: Future Disabilities Not Protected Under Act

Posted on: November 8, 2019 By: and

On October 29, 2019, a panel of Seventh Circuit Appellate Court Judges held that the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) does not cover alleged discrimination based on future impairments. Shell v. Burlington N. Santa Fe Ry. Co., No. 19-1030, 2019 WL … Continue reading →

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Q1 2019 Workplace Word – Out Now!

Posted on: January 30, 2019 By: , and

The first edition of the Workplace Word for 2019 has been published! In this edition, we take a look at three critical issues for employers during the hiring process – Form I-9 Compliance; Disability Inclusion and ADA Compliance; and What Not … Continue reading →

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In-House Counsel Tool Kit: Employment Law Update

Posted on: November 7, 2018 By:

A common observation from in-house attorneys is that, unlike those in private practice, many lack the luxury of being able to focus on a specific area of law. Rather, they are often expected to understand and provide legal advice on … Continue reading →

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Warning: Risk of ADA Claims by Transgender Employees…Proceed With Caution

Posted on: May 28, 2018 By:

If an employee identifies as transgender, employers may want to engage in the interactive process with the employee to protect themselves against potential claims for disability discrimination under the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”). But why, when the ADA specifically … Continue reading →

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