Tag: Fair Employment and Housing Act
Medical Documentation Requirements for Disability Leaves
If an employee requests a leave of absence as an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act, can I require medical documentation from their...
California Fair Employment Department Releases COVID-19 Vaccine Guidance
On March 4, 2021, the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) updated its COVID-19 guidance, addressing several vaccination-related questions. The updated guidance...
If 65+ Employee Falters, Focus on Job Performance, Not Age
We have an employee who is over the age of 65 and has worked for us for several years, but recently his cognitive skills...
Medical Proof of Disability Needed to Start Accommodation Process
One of my employees who has been with the company for a few years (and who was about to get written up for failing...
CalChamber Urges Agency to Withdraw Proposed Regulatory Amendments
In a comment letter this week, the California Chamber of Commerce and other employer groups urged the Fair Employment and Housing Council to withdraw...
