The Employers Guide To The Americans With Disabilities Act

More than a legal guide, this is the first book also to give you understandable explanations of common medical conditions in the workplace -- and how to accommodate them. You get a summary of the ADA, including clear analysis of how you must conform to it. Plus, the author includes guidance on dealing with mental illnesses, the FMLA, medical exams, wellness programs, avoiding violence in the workplace, and more. You also get: -- extensive information and source guide for accommodating specific disabilities -- model company policies on hiring and promoting disabled workers -- types of lawsuit claims and their employer defenses -- sample forms for your use

A handy overview of the most important employment issues, from hiring and terminating through discrimination and electronic communications. Assists employers in determining whether they are complying with fundamental employment laws and regulations.

Managing a health condition or disability that affects your performance at work can be challenging and even frightening. This book can help you be successful at work while maintaining your health condition. Making It Work is an easy-to-understand guide to workplace accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act. It will help you: Understand how the ADA applies to you and your job Research, prepare, request, and negotiate a reasonable accommodation with your employer Learn about special cases in which the ADA applies: Service or emotional support animal Temporary workforce Veterans Addiction and recovery Mature workforce (workers over 55) Understand how to use leave and other benefits Find your path to working and living well with a health condition and much more Making It Work includes a FREE downloadable Employee Workbook (available April 30th, 2020) to help employees research, prepare, and request their specific workplace accommodation needs. A print copy of the Making It Work Employee Workbook is available through Amazon. It is employer-friendly, and the author encourages both parties to use the book and workbook during the accommodation process. Author Sheryl Ellis offers guidance from her own experience as a certified human resource professional and ADA Coordinator. Sheryl is uniquely qualified as an HR professional and an employee with a health condition.