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Groh Foundation Promotes Disability Awareness in the Trades

HVAC contractors divided in offering short- and long-term disability benefits

Nicole Krawcke

June 26, 2017

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Companies and employees often find some form of protection in short- and long-term insurance plans, and perhaps none are more worthy than disability programs, which are designed to replace some of the wages lost by people who cannot work because of a disabling injury or illness.

A Bouncing Bundle of… Discrimination Claims?

After Supreme Court ruling, it may be time to rethink pregnancy-related disabilities policies

Richard D. Alaniz

June 22, 2015

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A recent Supreme Court ruling provides some insights for employers who are working to create consistent workplace disability leave policies and avoid claims of pregnancy discrimination.

Preparing for a Storm of Disability Claims

EEOC Complaints Are Being Filed at a Record Pace

Richard D. Alaniz

September 23, 2013

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Several factors that have been developing over the last several years are poised to plunge employers into a new wave of disability claims. There are a number of proactive steps that employers can take to avoid problems.

Workplace Safety, Disabled Employees, and the ADA

How Employers Can Strike the Right Balance

Richard D. Alaniz

December 17, 2012

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In order to ensure a safe workplace while fully complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), employers need to understand their rights and responsibilities, as well as the rights of job applicants and employees.

New Rules Could Impose Disabled Worker Quotas on Federal Contractors

Richard D. Alaniz

June 18, 2012

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Companies with federal contracts or subcontracts may soon risk losing their contracts if they do not meet quotas to hire more disabled workers. Proposed rule changes would require employers with federal contracts and subcontracts to set a hiring goal that 7 percent of their employees are qualified workers with disabilities.

Richard D. Alaniz

February 21, 2011

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Complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has always required employers to walk a fine line. The guidelines aren’t always clear, every disability and particular situation involve a unique set of factors, and the laws are constantly developing. Many are still trying to sort out the implications of the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA).

Local SEO Marketing Best Practices for HVAC Businesses

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Clear the Air: Efficient Ventilation Options for Better Indoor Air Quality

Homeowner concerns with the health of the air their families breathe have never been more significant. Ever-more tightly built homes are energy efficient but don’t allow for natural air changes experts now understand that improving ventilation is an important strategy to reduce the number of viruses and other unhealthy particles in our homes. This session will cover ventilation fan basics, including powerful yet quiet spot ventilation for bathrooms and kitchens, a brief look at ventilation codes and standards, and the three types of whole-home ventilation, along with the pros and cons of each.

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Items Tagged with 'employee disability'

ARTICLES

Groh Foundation Promotes Disability Awareness in the Trades

A Bouncing Bundle of… Discrimination Claims?

Preparing for a Storm of Disability Claims

Workplace Safety, Disabled Employees, and the ADA

New Rules Could Impose Disabled Worker Quotas on Federal Contractors

Diabetes, Epilepsy, and the ADA: Finding the Right Balance in the Workplace

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