A recent ruling by the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit highlights the complexities of workplace accommodations and the interactive process required under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Rehabilitation Act. This case, Ali v. Regan, involves an EPA economist seeking accommodations for severe allergies exacerbated by a co-worker’s perfume. … Read more
In light of the David Walliams data breach case, Lorna Shuttleworth, Employment Solicitor, and Danielle Amor, Commercial Director at law firm Pannone Corporate, discuss the insights that can be gleaned when confidential discussions enter the realm of public opinion. The David Walliams Case: A Cautionary Tale In November 2022, David Walliams, a longtime judge on … Read more
In a recent development that highlights ongoing challenges in workplace equality, aerospace manufacturer Bell Textron Inc. is set to face serious allegations of racial discrimination and retaliation. A U.S. district court judge has denied the company’s request to dismiss claims of a hostile work environment, disparate treatment, and retaliation, as reported in court documents filed … Read more
