New 2009 Law Redefines Disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act
October 14th, 2008 Posted by AmeliaA number of employees, who were not disabled in 2008, will legally be considered disabled in 2009, without any change in their condition.
A new law signed by President Bush on September 25, 2008 includes major changes in employment law related to disabled employees. These changes, which are effective January 1, 2009, affect every employer who has an impaired worker, or may have one in the future.
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Amendments Act of 2008 changes the definition (more…)
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