Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), a transfer or reassignment to a new job can be a reasonable accommodation. Employers may forget about this accommodation option — or may not be interested in discussing it — which can create a significant risk of liability.
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Are Job Transfers Reasonable Accommodations Under the ADA and PWFA?
By: Marjory Robertson, AVP and Senior Counsel, Sun Life; Brittany Lambert, Accommodation Consultant Lead, Sun Life
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