Recording of the live webinar on April 18, 2024
Webinar Description
“Reasonable accommodations” and the “interactive process” are buzzwords often heard in the workplace, but what do they really mean? When do they apply? And what steps should an employer take if they either receive a reasonable accommodation request from an employee or think an employee might need an accommodation?
California and federal law require covered employers to reasonably accommodate for known disabilities of applicants or employees who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of either the position they hold or the position for which they are applying — unless the employer can demonstrate that doing so would impose an undue hardship on the employer’s business. Covered employers have a similar obligation to reasonably accommodate an employee or applicant’s religious creed, belief, observance, or practice.
This webinar will guide you through the often challenging legal obligations associated with reasonable accommodations and the interactive process, including a discussion on:
- Coverage under California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act, the federal Americans with Disabilities Act, and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964;
- Duties of employers and employees to engage in the interactive process and when it is triggered;
- Medical documentation for disability-related requests;
- Examples of the many types of accommodation requests; and
- Illustrative scenarios and key takeaways.
Webinar Details
- This webinar is intended for employers who are covered by California and federal accommodation laws (five or more employees, and 15 or more employees, respectively).
- Discussion regarding employers’ obligations to provide reasonable accommodations and engage in the interactive process.
- Presented by top CalChamber employment law experts.
- Ideal for HR professionals, legal/employment law counsel, office managers, business owners or anyone responsible for hiring and staffing.
- Approved for 1.5 HRCI, MCLE, and PDC credits. (See Additional Information tab for more details.)
- Downloadable webinar slides/supplemental material and a recording of the live 4/18/2024 event.
- Optimized for mobile viewing on tablets and smartphones.
This webinar offers guidance only and does not serve as or replace legal advice.
The content of this webinar is current as of the date of the recording on April 18, 2024. Due to the webinar topic and subject matter discussed, it is possible that some of the content is now out of date. Please consult with legal counsel regarding any matter that may apply to you.
