May 11, 2020

EEOC's "Return to Work" technical assistance questions and answers updated to address the COVID-19 pandemic

Harris Beach, PLLC, attorneys Daniel J. Moore and Daniel J. Palermo have posted an item on the firm's law blog LEGALALERT: noting that as employers start planning to reopen, there have been questions about how to implement COVID-19 risk-reduction measures in ways that are consistent with workplace discrimination laws. 

They report that "On Thursday, May 7, 2020, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued revised guidance addressing 'Return to Work' and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)"  and explains "how businesses should handle accommodations for 'high risk' employees with underlying medical conditions."