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The FMLA does not protect employees from termination for unrelated reasons (like performance)

The Employer Handbook

Blink twice if you know (or at least suspect) a poor-performing employee who complained about discrimination or sought leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act to insulate herself from discipline at work. In 2004, the plaintiff was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis and chronic back and neck pain. Not really.

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Is addiction a disability under the ADA?

Business Management Daily

He shows up on time, does his job well, and is generally liked by coworkers and customers. Instead, it encourages courts to focus on whether employers have “complied with their obligations and whether discrimination has occurred. Employers dodged the bullet with this case, but they may not be so lucky next time. MAT Therapy.

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“How Extremely Busy Executives Make Time To Be Great Parents”, With Dr. Ely Weinschneider & Caleb Silver

Thrive Global

Spending time together and doing things you enjoy teaches them to appreciatelife, family, and themselves. As a part of my series about “ How extremely busy executives make time to be great parents ” I had the pleasure to interview Caleb Silver. I learned pretty quickly about discrimination, even though I knew we were privileged.

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Refusal to Undergo Medical Exam Tanks Michigan Worker’s ADA Claim

HR Daily Advisor

Sam” began working for the city of Flushing, Michigan in 2004. Sam’s performance began to suffer about the same time. ” Also, the city required all employees to attend training on respect and responsibility in the workplace. He was reprimanded twice in early 2008 for failing to carry out his job duties.

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Blacks Must “Own Our Health”

Thrive Global

While navigating the perilous waters of racial bias, and simultaneously attending to often-distressed families and communities, it can be hard to prioritize self-care. Ensuring the health of African Americans means addressing the lack of access (food deserts), racial discrimination in healthcare and the epidemic of over-incarceration.

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Predictive Scheduling Provides Shift Notice and Income Consistency for Employees

HR Daily Advisor

Imagine having difficulty scheduling childcare or attending classes after work to further your education, because your schedule was constantly changing from day to day and from week to week. Employees receive half-time pay for any shift they are on-call and do not get called into work. Prince, J.D.,

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“It is complicated!” With Tyler Gallagher & Jacqueline Coyle-Shapiro

Thrive Global

A number of reasons have been put forward that go beyond outright gender discrimination to include workplace flexibility and employer expectations. I thought, “no, it couldn’t be, no way would she be attending my small presentation.” I attended a session that featured globally recognized scholars. It is complicated!