Lathrop GPM Partner Michael Manoukian authored an article for the Daily Journal highlighting recent court rulings under California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) confirming that remote work is not an automatic disability accommodation.
In the article, Michael explains how these rulings clarify the limits of remote work as an accommodation. He also outlines key takeaways for employers, including to evaluate each remote work request based on the employee’s medical limitations and the essential functions and ensure that “job descriptions, offer letters, performance expectations, accommodation records and related employment documents should align with the actual requirements of the position.”
Read the full article here [SUBSCRIPTION REQUIRED]: Remote work isn’t a default disability accommodation