Disability Harassment in the Workplace

Wednesday, March 21, 2018

Description

While the recent #MeToo and #TimesUp movements shed light on workplace sexual harassment; employers remain less familiar with risks associated with workplace disability harassment. Southwest ADA Center Legal Specialists Diego Demaya and Sashi Nisinakaro will discuss the growing trend of disability harassment in the workplace.

Topics will include:

  • The difference between workplace harassment and bullying
  • Harassment in the disability context
  • Identifying types of adverse conduct
  • Exploration of selected case law and practical applications
  • Available guidance
  • Useful takeaways

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Speakers

Diego Demaya JD, Legal Specialist, Southwest ADA Center at ILRU

Sashi Nisankarao, Attorney, Legal Specialist, Southwest ADA Center