Do you know what steps to take when an employee requests an accommodation for a disability? Responding correctly can mean the difference between defending against a discrimination claim and creating an effective working environment.   You probably understand that you have two major obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). First, you must not discriminate against qualified disabled individuals, and second, you must provide reasonable accommodations so that those qualified individuals can perform the essential functions of the job. This second duty is the most difficult to implement because it requires you to engage in a series […]