Foley is proud to present our Labor & Employment Inner Workings Web Conference Series. Foley’s Labor and Employment attorneys will be providing insight into employment and labor law developments in regularly scheduled, hour-long web conferences. These conferences will be offered as a complimentary, value-added service to Foley clients and to friends, and will be accessible from any computer with internet connectivity.
Our first such program was held on Wednesday, October 29, 2008, which covered the ADA Amendments Act of 2008.
The ADA Amendments Act of 2008: Back to the Future?
In the midst of America’s financial crisis, Congress passed — and President Bush signed into law — the ADA Amendments Act of 2008. This is the most significant piece of federal employment legislation since the adoption of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) in 1993 during the Clinton administration.
Most significantly, the amendments reverse several Supreme Court decisions that had construed the ADA in such a way as to narrow its coverage significantly. The ADA Amendments Act will significantly expand the of individuals who will be able to demand “reasonable” accommodation under the law. For example, an employee whose medical condition is completely controlled by medication should now be able to establish he or she is nonetheless disabled and entitled to accommodations under the law.
The passage of this legislation will significantly increase legal and regulatory compliance burdens for employers throughout the country. This Web conference:
- Provided you with an overview and understanding of the most significant changes occasioned by the legislation
- Walked you through the practical implications of the legislation for your policies and procedures with respect to accommodation and leave, particularly for workers with industrial injuries
- Gave you an opportunity to get answers to your questions and concerns
For more information regarding the Labor & Employment Inner Workings Web Conference Series, please visit Foley.com/IW.
