COURSE PURPOSE

This program provides an in-depth look at employment discrimination actions under Title VII and the ADA. The speakers will offer nuts-and-bolts advice on litigating these issues, as well as a discussion on cutting-edge trends. Learn how to advise employers and employees on handling discrimination issues.

TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:

• Title VII Actions
- What is a Title VII action and what is the basis for a claim?
- Defenses, including qualified immunity and 11th Amendment immunity
- Pleading essentials

• ADA Title I Actions
- What is a Title I action and what is the basis for a claim?
- Who can be sued?
- What is a disability?
- Reasonable accommodations
- Pleading essentials

• The ADA and Employers
- How to interview, hire, and train disabled employees
- Reasonable accommodations - practical issues