Do you ask?
You have difficulty adding in your head, so you ask for a calculator. Is this a reasonable request?
Yes, it's reasonable. If the calculator will allow you to add to complete your job, then it's reasonable. It will not cause an unreasonable expense to your employer.
You want an IPAD to use a calculator to add invoice totals? Is this a reasonable accommodation?
It is not. A calculator can do the same job of adding and costs a lot less than the IPAD. If your employer chooses to give you an IPAD, then it's by choice and required by the ADA.
What do you do if your accommodation request is denied?
You can file an appeal through the appeal process for your employer. If the employer doesn’t have a formal appeal process, you might try going up the chain of command to ask for a formal appeal of the decision (e.g., send an email to a manager and/or human resources requesting reconsideration of the decision).
You get tired easily and need more breaks throughout the day? Do you ask for additional breaks?
Yes, you can ask for additional breaks. If you are allowed 2 -15-minute breaks you can ask that you take additional breaks that will not exceed the 2 -15 min breaks (i.e- ask for 6-5 minute breaks instead of 2 breaks that will still add to 30 minutes).
You have to travel for work, and you ask to fly first class because you will be more comfortable than flying coach. Is this a reasonable accommodation?
Flying first class is not automatically considered a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Employers have the discretion to choose between effective accommodations, and first-class travel is not one of them.
After identifying why your accommodation request was denied, your next critical task is building a strong case through proper documentation and clear communication. A strategic approach to gathering evidence strengthens your position considerably during the appeal process.
Yes, it is. A checklist will not put an undue hardship for your employer. It's will allow you to complete your work and does not require additional help to do so.
You ask you boss if they can hire another person to help you do your job? Is this a reasonable accommodation?
It is not. If an accommodation puts an undue hardship on a company that would significantly impact the ability of the business to operate, the accommodation would be considered unreasonable.