Tag: disability accommodation

Does Banishing Scents Make Sense at Work?

By California Employment Law Letter Jun 20, 2010 Diversity & Inclusion

Updated: Jun 20, 2010

It seems that the number of people with allergies or sensitivities to various scents and smells has grown substantially. Some of those allergies can be severe, causing severe respiratory difficulties and other serious health issues. Questions continue to arise about the often competing rights of allergic employees and coworkers who wish to be able to […]

Using Surveillance to Investigate Workers’ Suspicious FMLA Medical Claims

By Indiana Employment Law Letter Oct 31, 2008 HR Hero Line

Updated: Oct 31, 2008

Employers face a real challenge in meeting client and customer needs when staff members take time off work under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) or ask for extensive disability accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). But what’s already a difficult situation can become downright aggravating when you have reason to believe […]