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What is GINA? The federal discrimination law you need to know.

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GINA, or the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, outlaws genetic discrimination. GINA bars employers from discriminating against or harassing employees based on their genetic information. It prohibits genetic information employment discrimination. Genetic discrimination examples. Genetic discrimination examples.

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Dispute Over Job Requirements Defeats Summary Judgment on Disability Discrimination Claim

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The New Jersey Supreme Court recently permitted a disabled nurse to proceed to trial on her claim that the termination of her employment constituted disability discrimination. In August 2008, Saint Clare’s performed job analyses for its nursing positions. Beginning in 2007, Arianna suffered a series of work-related injuries.

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HR 101: The ABCs of the ADA

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A plaintiff held they were discriminated against even though glasses or contact lenses corrected the issue. Bush signed the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA) into law in 2008. The amendment aimed to counteract the Supreme Court’s narrow interpretation of what a disability is and provide wider protection from discrimination for U.S.

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Is Extra FMLA Leave an ADA Accommodation?

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Beginning in 2008, she obtained an annual FMLA certification from her doctor so she could take unpaid intermittent leave when necessary. While she was on leave, she asked Mocek to issue a new FMLA certification without any restrictions, but he refused. Background. Scruggs’ FMLA leave expired on May 15, 2013.

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

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In 2007 and 2008, he alleged that a coworker made disparaging comments about his national origin (Mexican) and complained to his union chairman and supervisor. He was reprimanded twice in early 2008 for failing to carry out his job duties. Sam was cleared by his doctors and returned to work on March 25, 2008.

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ADA and FMLA Best Practices Pay Off for Cash-Handling Company

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Melissa” began working as an armored truck driver and guard for Loomis Armored US, LLC, in 2008. Melissa claimed that in late 2008, she suffered a seizure or fainting spell while she was driving an armored truck. Melissa’s personal neurologist, Dr. Gladney, gave her a fitness-for-duty (FFD) certification on June 12.

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Guide to Hiring Employees in Kosovo

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Economic Overview: Kosovo’s economy has undergone significant transformation since its declaration of independence in 2008. Compliance with these regulations is essential for ensuring fair and lawful employment practices while also protecting the rights of workers.