Purpose
Why was the ADA created?
To prohibit discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life.
Does the ADA require employers to provide reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities?
Yes, unless it causes undue hardship for the employer.
What does the ADA prohibit?
To prohibit discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life.
What should an employee do if they feel their ADA rights have been violated?
File a complaint
What is the main goal of the ADA?
To ensure that people with disabilities have the same rights and opportunities as everyone else.
What is a reasonable accommodation under the ADA?
A modification or adjustment that enables a person with a disability to perform essential job functions.
What is the main goal of the ADA?
To ensure that people with disabilities have the same rights and opportunities as everyone else
How long does an employee have to file a complaint under the ADA?
Within 180 days of the violation.
How does the ADA benefit people with disabilities?
It guarantees equal opportunity in employment, transportation, public accommodations, and more
Can an employer ask about an applicant’s disability during an interview?
No, employers cannot ask about a disability before offering a job.
What constitutes an undue hardship for an employer?
An action requiring significant difficulty or expense relative to the employer’s size and resources.
What happens to employers who violate the ADA?
They may face lawsuits, be required to pay damages, and take corrective action.
How does the ADA define a disability?
A physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities.
What rights do employees have if their employer refuses to provide reasonable accommodations?
they can file a complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
Must an employer accommodate a disabled employee if they never disclose their disability?
No, the employer is only required to accommodate a known disability.
Is retaliation against an employee for filing an ADA complaint legal
No, retaliation is prohibited under the ADA
Which groups are protected under the ADA?
Individuals with physical or mental disabilities, and those with a record of such impairments.
Can an employee with a disability be fired for poor performance under the ADA?
Yes, if the poor performance is unrelated to their disability and they cannot meet the job's requirements even with accommodations.
Are employers required to make their facilities accessible to employees with disabilities?
Yes, if it is considered a reasonable accommodation
Can an employer refuse to hire someone based on stereotypes about disabilities?
No, refusing to hire someone based on disability stereotypes is illegal.