William Clark, an intellectually challenged individual, was employed at Wal-Mart for eighteen years. As part of his accommodation as a disabled employee, Clark was given daily written assignments throughout his employment with the retailer. With this accommodation, Clark was able … [Read more...]
ADA Doesn’t Cover Alcoholic Driver
In an opinion issued this week regarding alcoholism as it relates to an ADA claim, the Eleventh Circuit of Appeals found in favor of the employer. From 2003 until 2010, Sakari Jarvela was employed as a truck driver for Crete Carrier Corporation. After he returned from FMLA … [Read more...]
Family With Service Dog Is Denied Hotel Reservation
Wherever Beau goes, a Golden Retriever named Chip is always in tow. Beau has a rare form epilepsy and is prone to seizures. Chip is Beau's service dog, alerting others as to when Beau is in need of medical attention. Service dogs are covered under the Americans with … [Read more...]
Gwinnett College settles HIV-discrimination case brought under Americans with Disabilities Act
Gwinnett College has reached a settlement with a former student who was discriminated against due to her HIV status, in violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The college has also agreed with federal authorities to make changes to school policies to prevent … [Read more...]