"Reassignment; Undue Hardship"

Wheelchair 2The Reasonable Accommodation Process continues to be an important issue for public sector employers. Under the ADA and FEHA, the employer has the duty to identify and implement a reasonable accommodation to allow a disabled employee to perform the essential functions of the job. Over the past several years, we have seen numerous public agencies

Men-in-Wheelchair.jpgUnder the ADA and FEHA, the employer has the duty to identify and implement a reasonable accommodation to allow a disabled employee to perform the essential functions of the job. Common pitfalls for employers in determining appropriate accommodations are:

1.     Over-reliance on the written job description

Job descriptions are critical in the disability interactive process