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My Take: Macroeconomic uncertainty makes a return thanks to the coronavirus

GetFive

GM introduced for the first time the no-interest loan in its “Keep America Rolling” plan, leveraging the Fed’s sharp rate cuts. The consumer reaction to the promotion was well beyond anyone’s expectations and the domestic car industry posted all-time record sales in the month of October. Others makers followed.

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

HR Daily Advisor

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. Sam’s performance began to suffer about the same time. He was reprimanded twice in early 2008 for failing to carry out his job duties. Court’s decision.

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No ADA Violation for Ramping Up Productivity Demand for Traffic Camera Job

HR Daily Advisor

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), an employee who is a qualified individual with a disability may not be subjected to discrimination or an adverse employment action on the basis of her disability. American Traffic Solutions (ATS) of Mesa hired “Sarah” as a violations processor in January 2008.

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

HR Daily Advisor

The verdict was the result of several things the employer did correctly in response to the employee’s medical issues. 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.

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Disability Discrimination: Terminated Cancer Survivor’s ADA Claim Fails, Part 1

HR Daily Advisor

8th Circuit Court of Appeals (which covers Arkansas, Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, and South Dakota) recently affirmed a district court’s ruling that an employee failed to establish a case of disability discrimination and retaliation. From roughly 2005 to 2008, she often took medical leave for medical appointments.

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EEOC wrongful termination claims and how employers can avoid them

Business Management Daily

However, the best protections against receiving an EEOC wrongful termination claim are to educate yourself on employment law and enact strict employment discrimination policies. Also, knowing how to respond to an EEOC complaint properly is a useful skill for any employer. Which federal laws does the EEOC enforce?

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5 Tips for Accommodating Depression, PTSD, and Other Mental Illnesses

HR Daily Advisor

Tip #1: Don’t Get Hung up on Definition of ‘Disability’ Since the 2008 enactment of the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), it’s easier for an individual seeking protection under the ADA to establish that he has a disability within the meaning of the Act. Be careful not to discriminate in your requests for documentation.