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Dogs and Horses and…Alligators? Oh My! How to Handle Service and Support Animals in the Workplace
Recently, a Philadelphia man made news when he and his “emotional support alligator” were denied entrance to the Phillies stadium. That decision may seem obvious, but in recent years, issues surrounding support and service animals have become more complicated, especially in the workplace. More >
Long-Term COVID Effects May Qualify as a Disability under the ADA—What Employers Need to Know
For more on this subject, view our webinar, Myths, Masks, and Mandates: More Advice for the Continuing Workplace Challenges of COVID-19.
We are still learning more about the virus, including its long-term effects on those who have been infected. Because of the severity of these long-lasting symptoms, both the Department of Health and Human Services (“HHS”) and Department of Justice (“DOJ”) recently released guidance stating that “long COVID” may qualify as a disability under anti-discrimination laws, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”). An employer must remain aware of the long-term effects that COVID can have on its workforce and potential accommodations that its employees may need. More >
