It can be challenging to manage conversations with employees about mental health medical conditions in a compliant way given the varied legal requirements. But if employers promote mental wellness benefits and foster a supportive workplace environment, they can help employees in need and maintain compliance with legal requirements.
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Common Sense Compliance: Mental Health Conversations
By Marjory Robertson, Esq., AVP and Senior Counsel, Sun Life U.S.; Abigail O’Connell, Senior Counsel, Sun Life
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