Identify the challenges that an employer faces in complying with a disability discrimination statute, and how an employer determines “Reasonable Accommodations” under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Outline and describe a prima facie case for disability discrimination under the ADA of 1990, the amended Act of 2008 and section 504 of the Vocational Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and outline when and how the burden of proof shifts from employee to employer under the ADA .
Define the term Disability, Major Life Activity and Substantially Limited as stated in the ADA and as stated in court decisions.
Describe how the law treats mental or intellectual disabilities under the ADA and distinguish between employer liability under worker’s compensation statutes as opposed to employer liability under the ADA.
Describe the defenses available to employers under the ADA.
