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    What is a Chief Accessibility Officer?

    As organizations continue to evaluate how to adopt and implement inclusion in the workplace, leaders have started...

    Employment 3 min read

    WFM Virtual Offices: Zoom is Owning the Accessibility Space

    With many employers transitioning to work-from-home, virtual offices are increasingly replacing the "traditional"...
    Employment 2 min read

    How to Write an Effective Accommodation Process

    Starting a new job can be a challenging experience with many moving parts, from initial meetings and offer letters...
    Employment 2 min read

    What is the Disability Equality Index (DEI)?

    There are over one billion people across the world that report having at least one type of disability, and 75% of...
    Employment 3 min read

    Employee Appreciation Day – Appreciating Employees with Disabilities

    Most people spend a significant amount of time at work, and Employee Appreciation Day is an excellent opportunity...
    Employment 2 min read

    Successful DEI Initiatives Don't Forget the Importance of Mental Health

    DEI is an acronym for diversity, equity, and inclusion. DEI initiatives in the workplace help companies create a...
    Employment 4 min read

    Deaf/hard of hearing FAQ: Interpreters

    There are many times during office hours that someone who is D/deaf or hard-of-hearing might require an...
    Employment 3 min read

    Can our Disability Support System Handle the Influx of COVID Long Haulers?

    It is estimated that 35 million Americans may develop Long COVID due to COVID-19. Complications that result from...
    Employment 3 min read

    Examining Disability Statistics in the Workforce

    Overall, statistics reported by the U.S. Census Bureau and Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) appear to indicate...
    Employment 6 min read

    EEOC Update: Long-Haul Covid Will Be Considered a Disability Protected Under ADA

    On December 14, 2021, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) updated guidelines regarding the...
    Employment 3 min read
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    Accommodating Employees with Fragrance Sensitivities

    An estimated 32.2 percent of the population experiences negative health effects from exposure to scented products. While perfumes and colognes are...

    Employment 3 min read

    Are Standing Desks Required as a Reasonable Accommodation?

    The number of employees requesting standing desks at work is growing exponentially. With medical experts warning...
    Legal 4 min read

    What Are Essential Job Functions Under the ADA?

    Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) provides that employers have the discretion to determine...
    Employment 2 min read

    Average Costs of Reasonable Accommodations in The Workplace

    According to a factsheet published by the US Department of Labor, one of the common myths prevalent among...
    Employment 3 min read

    Accommodations for Commuting to Work and Driving Jobs

    If a work schedule or work location becomes a barrier to an employee with a disability, their employer may be...
    Employment 2 min read

    What is an ADA Compliant Job Posting?

    For many employers, job descriptions are developed for one paramount purpose – to be used in job advertisements,...
    Employment 4 min read

    How Far Must Employers Go to Accommodate the Scheduling Needs of People with Disabilities?

    An employer must grant an altered work schedule for an employee with disabilities if "the essential functions of...
    Employment 2 min read

    Questions Employers Can and Can't Ask Job Applicants

    The rights of applicants and employees with disabilities are protected by law. Employers need to be aware of the...
    Employment 3 min read

    Can a Business Rescind a Job Offer After a Disability Disclosure?

    The ADA prohibits the discrimination against people with disabilities in every sector of public mainstream life,...
    Employment 3 min read

    10 Ways to Improve Your Interviewing Process for Candidates With Disabilities

    According to a survey by hiring service JDP, 93 percent of Americans experience anxiety about job interviews. For...
    Employment 5 min read