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IS TELECOMMUTING A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION UNDER THE ADA?

IS TELECOMMUTING A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION UNDER THE ADA?

Posted by Melissa Fleischer, Esq. on May 18th 2014

Is Telecommuting a Reasonable Accommodation under the ADA? Recently, the Sixth Circuit in EEOC v. Ford Motor Company,  held that it might be. In this case, Jane Harris, an employee with irritable … read more
IS IT LAWFUL TO HIRE AN UNPAID SUMMER INTERN?

IS IT LAWFUL TO HIRE AN UNPAID SUMMER INTERN?

Posted by Melissa Fleischer, Esq. on May 2nd 2014

As summer approaches, you may be wondering whether your organization should hire an unpaid intern this summer. Sounds like a great idea. You get top notch talent at no cost. But beware of what this me … read more
WORKPLACE VIOLENCE ON THE RISE

WORKPLACE VIOLENCE ON THE RISE

Posted by Melissa Fleischer, Esq. on Feb 2nd 2014

In the past month, we have seen multiple incidents of violence in the workplace including many at malls, schools and colleges. It is a problem that employers in this country can no longer avoid for it … read more