New York Federal Appeals Court shifts standard for assessing workplace accommodations

New York Federal Appeals Court shifts standard for assessing workplace accommodations

The workplace accommodation process associated with employee health conditions can be one of the trickiest HR issues for U.S. businesses to navigate. For employers in New York, Connecticut, and Vermont, a federal appeals court may have just added a further layer of complexity. On March 25, 2025, the Second Circuit Court of Appeals joined a split of federal circuit courts in concluding that employees may qualify for a reasonable accommodation und…

Reasonable Accommodations in the Workplace

For those with disabilities, navigating the average workplace can come with extra challenges. While there are plenty of ways that companies can create a more accessible and inclusive environment, it’s rarely a one-size-fits-all sort of fix. Instead, what individuals often need are specific accommodations that are personalized to their needs.  Though anyone can ask for an accommodation at work, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) legally pr…