Workplace mental health has become a bigger focus for employers since the start of the pandemic. While employers are uniquely positioned to offer benefits that support employees’ mental health, they must adhere to employment laws. A growing number of leave and accommodation laws support access to mental health treatment and require employers to accommodate certain mental health conditions.
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Common Sense Compliance: Mental Health Treatment to Ensure Compliance
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