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An overview of the PWFA and how it coincides with the ADA | What triggers an “undue hardship” which may exempt an employer from approving an accommodation under the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act | An outline of the protections covered under the PWFA | Pitfalls to avoid when evaluating a request for an accommodation | Understanding limitations on request for medical documentation | Common accommodation for pregnant workers | Recent case law insights
The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) requires employers to provide “reasonable accommodation” to a qualified employee or applicant related to pregnancy. The EEOC is accepting charges related to violations of the PWFA. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission in the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act refer to the point that employers can’t deny their responsibilities when it comes to “reasonable accommodation”. If they are doing so, they must realize the potential of declining a request. Although, employers can in distinct circumstances. Before doing so, be very specific about the term “undue hardship”. | Senior Leadership | HR professionals | Operations Professionals | Managers and Supervisors | Employees
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Racquel Harris is the President and Chief Strategy Officer at R.L. Harris & Associates, LLC, bringing over 25 years of executive-level experience to her role. With dual certifications in Human Resources and Risk Management, she also holds a BA in Organizational Communication from Indiana University and an MBA from Purdue University. Currently, Racquel is pursuing her Doctorate in Strategic Leadership.
She has a deep understanding of the pivotal role training plays within an organization and excels in strategic planning and execution, skills she honed during her tenure as President of the Michiana Chapter of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and on the Indiana SHRM State Council.
Racquel is an expert in labor relations, federal and state employment laws, and aligning human resources practices with organizational objectives. Known in the community as a servant leader, she has received multiple accolades, including the Martin Luther King Drum Major Award from former Mayor Jeff Rea, the “40 under 40” recognition by the St. Joseph County Chamber of Commerce, the Seven Seals Award from the ESGR, and the Michiana SHRM Leader of the Year Award.
Her commitment to community service is further demonstrated through her roles on several boards and committees In addition to her professional work, Racquel frequently volunteers her time offering professional skills training to help individuals prepare for employment. She remains dedicated to supporting the growth and success of others.
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