ADA & FMLA Compliance Manual

This publication will be available in early May following the conclusion of the program series.

In April 2010, NELI will host the nation's most comprehensive update of legal developments and practical advice on questions regarding ADA & FMLA compliance. Special focus will be given to the dramatic changes brought about by the ADA Amendments Act and the EEOC's expected regulatory changes to the definition of "disability," including revisions to the definition of mitigating measures, whether certain conditions should always be considered disabilities, and effective ways to avoid getting caught in the expanded "regarded as" category. The issues of "reasonable accommodation," "qualified," "direct threat" and conduct rules will be addressed as well.

In the area of FMLA, we'll provide practical guidance in light of the recent DOL regulations and case developments on managing intermittent leave abusers, how to best utilize DOL forms, appropriate and effective contact with the employee's health care provider, and more. Issues concerning the interaction between the ADA, FMLA and other leave laws will be covered as well.

The chapter headings below reflect the agenda of this important annual program. We are grateful to our distinguished panel of faculty members for their contributions to this newly revised course manual.