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

HR Daily Advisor

He subsequently sought psychological treatment for the harassing conduct he experienced at work, which he claimed led to distractions and interfered with his performance. ” Also, the city required all employees to attend training on respect and responsibility in the workplace. His manager became concerned about his well-being.

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How many things can you find wrong with this picture?

The Employer Handbook

Last night, I found the employment law equivalent from this recent Sixth Circuit opinion. [ tl;dr: A colossal series of HR-compliance gaffes leads to a whopper of a jury verdict against the employer, which includes an award of punitive damages.]. Something like this. The plaintiff, in this case, was a parcel sorter.

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5th Circuit Assures Employer That Some Good Deeds Do Go Unpunished

HR Daily Advisor

Although disability-based harassment/hostile work environment claims have been recognized by the courts for a while, they aren’t very common. From 2008 to 2014, “Harper” worked as an assistant attorney general in the Medical Malpractice Section of the U.S. This case is worth a closer look. Both Quinn and a “Dr.

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FMLA eligibility checklist — is your employee eligible for FMLA leave?

Business Management Daily

Is an employee looking to take time off for medical reasons by utilizing their FMLA rights ? While the FMLA can be a valuable tool for both employees and employers, it can also be a hassle for HR departments. In this article, we’ll cover: An FMLA eligibility checklist for employers. What is FMLA ? FMLA leave denial.