Navigating the Overlap: Understanding the Interplay Between ADAAA, FMLA

Training Program Overview:

The Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and Workers’ Compensation (WC) laws each serve distinct purposes, but they often intersect in complex ways. Employers and HR professionals must navigate these regulations carefully to ensure compliance while effectively managing employee leave, accommodations, and return-to-work processes. This 60 minute training session will break down the key aspects of each law, highlight areas of overlap, and provide practical guidance on handling situations where these laws intersect. Participants will gain a clear understanding of their responsibilities and learn how to avoid common compliance pitfalls.

Areas Covered:

• Overview of ADAAA, FMLA, and Workers’ Compensation: Purpose and Key Provisions

• Key similarities and differences between the three laws

• How these laws apply to employee leave, reasonable accommodations, and job protection

• Managing overlapping obligations: when an employee qualifies for multiple protections

• Understanding employer responsibilities and employee rights under each law

• Best practices for coordinating leave and accommodations while ensuring compliance

• Return-to-work considerations and strategies for smooth transitions

• Common challenges and pitfalls in administering ADAAA, FMLA, and WC together

• Documentation and communication strategies to mitigate risks

• Case study examples to illustrate real-world applications

Target Audience:

• HR professionals and compliance officers

• Business owners and corporate leaders

• Managers and supervisors

• Employee relations specialists

• Risk management and legal professionals

• Benefits administrators

• Workplace investigators