By: Philip Giorlando Employers know that the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals with disabilities. But fewer understand that one of the law’s most important and frequently litigated requirements is the duty to engage in an interactive process with an employee or applicant who may need a reasonable accommodation. This process … Continue reading Don’t Skip the Dialogue: Why the ADA’s Interactive Process Is a Legal and Strategic Must
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Black Gay DEI Officer’s Title VII Suit Against University of Toledo Survives Motion to Dismiss Challenging Constructive Discharge and Timeliness
By: Scott D. Wilson Plaintiff, Gross, a physician assistant, faculty member, and DEI Officer, worked at the University of Toledo from October 1, 2021 to June 30, 2024. He alleged that coworkers prevented him from performing his DEI duties because he is African American and/or because he is gay, referring to him as “divisive” and … Continue reading Black Gay DEI Officer’s Title VII Suit Against University of Toledo Survives Motion to Dismiss Challenging Constructive Discharge and Timeliness
Navigating Affirmative Action: Compliance After the Repeal of Executive Order 11246
The repeal of Executive Order 11246 by President Trump affects affirmative action for Federal contractors. While obligations remain under Section 503 and VEVRAA, employers must adjust practices to avoid legal challenges regarding discrimination and compliance.
