Addressing ADA Compliance Disputes Through Mediation
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protects workers with disabilities. It also defines standards for accessible design at the workplace, especially in relation to electronic and information technology. If you have an ADA dispute, mediation can be a valuable tool to resolve your issue. At Approved Dispute Resolution, we provide mediation services focused on helping parties find collaborative solutions. From our Fort Lauderdale office, we offer our services all across Florida. Our mediator, lawyer Lori Adelson, has over 25 years of experience and a deep commitment to facilitating effective dispute resolution.
Compliance With Disability, Medical And Other Leaves
Changing guidelines can make it difficult to navigate the requirements of disability, medical and other leaves. At Approved Dispute Resolution, we keep up to date with all current regulations, in order to best advise our corporate clients of their obligations and employee rights. In fact, we have extensive experience providing counsel and representation for FMLA, ADA, and USERRA, as well as, other military leave and state worker’s compensation laws. By partnering with Approved Dispute Resolution, you can stay informed of the information and resources necessary to create well-advised employee policies and make sound decisions regarding disability, medical, and other leaves.
At Approved Dispute Resolution, our focus is on providing our clients with the workplace solutions necessary for succeeding in today’s often challenging regulatory business environment. We take a practical approach, assisting employers with the development of their workplace safety and wellness programs and providing training regarding the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), disability, and other leave laws.
These initiatives help reduce employee absences and demystify these regulations by clearly outlining the rights of both employers and employees. In addition, we can draft or review your leave policies and forms to ensure you are in compliance with all applicable state and federal laws, provide advice on a case by case basis, and train your human resources staff or other individuals responsible for overseeing and administering employee leaves.
If you are facing an employee claim for denial of disability, medical or other leaves, Approved Dispute Resolution is here to help. Whether the employee is claiming unlawful denial of a particular leave or alleging discrimination for using a leave of absence, we will work with all parties involved to steer a path toward resolution. If litigation is unavoidable, we can provide experienced representation and litigation for the complete scope of leave claims before administration agencies and all levels of federal and state courts.
If you have questions about disability, medical and other leaves, Approved Dispute Resolution has answers. We will assist you in navigating through the various leave regulations and processes, so you can remain compliant while ensuring your employees are held to the appropriate regulatory standards.
The ADA And The Workplace
The Americans with Disabilities Act is a federal law aimed at ensuring equal opportunities for individuals with disabilities. It includes workplace protections. For example, it requires employers to:
- Avoid employment discrimination based on disability
- Provide reasonable accommodations and adhere to accessibility standards
- Not ask questions about disabilities during the application process
- Not require medical examinations before making job offers
So, this law has major implications for both employees and employers.
Potential ADA Disputes
Many types of compliance disputes can arise in relation to the ADA. These include allegations of:
- Failure to provide reasonable accommodations
- Inaccessible workplace design
- Discriminatory hiring practices
- Denial of promotion due to disability
- Retaliation for requesting accommodations
- Unlawful termination related to disability
Mediation can help parties explore solutions to such disputes through open communication and cooperation.
Why Choose Our Firm?
Our dynamic mediation services are aimed at helping parties find workable paths forward. Our experienced mediation attorney is known for facilitating creative solutions. We are committed to mitigating conflict and ensuring balanced discussions in ADA compliance disputes and other employment law cases.
Seamless, Personalized Interactions
If you have issues with ADA compliance, whether as a worker or an employer, then we at Approved Dispute Resolution can help. Learn more about our services and the benefits they could yield in your case by calling 888-607-5248 or contacting us online.