"The book is about the law, history, public policy, administrative agency processes, and empirical and American labor market realities, around the elusive Social Security Act disability programs' requirements for determining when persons can make adjustments to jobs which exist in significant numbers in the economy"--
Essentials of Irish Labour Law, Third Edition, is a bestselling comprehensive textbook on Irish labour law. This edition is fully updated and revised to reflect all the major legislative and case law changes in labour law in Ireland.
Essential core of employment law in a 6 page laminated guide. Authored and designed to understand the significance of details within the larger scheme of the law and to review before the Bar Exam. Review for exams, find facts fast, refresh memory, or constantly reinforce your knowledge base. With the mass of knowledge needed for a law degree and ......
Employment Discrimination through a Different Lens
In late October 2013, the Miami Dolphins' player Jonathan Martin walked out on his team and checked into a mental health institution. The original story implied that Martin could not take the professional pressure. Within days, the story changed. News sources reported that Martin's teammates had repeatedly bullied him and as a result, the ......
Millions of laborers, from the Philippines to the Caribbean, performed the work of the United States empire. Forging a global economy connecting the tropics to the industrial center, workers harvested sugar, cleaned hotel rooms, provided sexual favors, and filled military ranks. Placing working men and women at the center of the long history of ......
"Educators need a source that is written in an easy-to-understand format. This book offers many examples of case law that can be applied to educational settings. It is a wonderful resource that covers a range of topics pertinent to teachers and administrators." -Carol Shiffer, Assistant Principal and 504 Coordinator Quincy Public Schools, MA A concise legal desk reference to help educators protect the rights of individuals with disabilities! The Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act have greatly reduced discrimination based on race, gender, and disability. To act legally and responsibly, educators need to be aware of the requirements of these laws and how to meet them. This book offers an expert review of the rights and expectations of persons with disabilities. Section 504 and the ADA provides educators with an in-depth analysis of these laws and offers recommendations for practice. Chapters cover: Testing accommodations and educational access for students with disabilities The rights of employees with disabilities Legal considerations regarding parents and the general public Background information on defenses, immunities, remedies, and the legal system One of the few resources to focus specifically on the implications of Section 504 and the ADA for public K-12 schools, private schools, and postsecondary institutions, this essential guide helps educators ensure equity for all students.
"Educators need a source that is written in an easy-to-understand format. This book offers many examples of case law that can be applied to educational settings. It is a wonderful resource that covers a range of topics pertinent to teachers and administrators." -Carol Shiffer, Assistant Principal and 504 Coordinator Quincy Public Schools, MA A concise legal desk reference to help educators protect the rights of individuals with disabilities! The Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act have greatly reduced discrimination based on race, gender, and disability. To act legally and responsibly, educators need to be aware of the requirements of these laws and how to meet them. This book offers an expert review of the rights and expectations of persons with disabilities. Section 504 and the ADA provides educators with an in-depth analysis of these laws and offers recommendations for practice. Chapters cover: Testing accommodations and educational access for students with disabilities The rights of employees with disabilities Legal considerations regarding parents and the general public Background information on defenses, immunities, remedies, and the legal system One of the few resources to focus specifically on the implications of Section 504 and the ADA for public K-12 schools, private schools, and postsecondary institutions, this essential guide helps educators ensure equity for all students.
Using Social Science to Reformulate Sexual Harassment Law
Both the courts and the public seem confused about sexual harassment - what it is, how it functions, and what sorts of behaviors are actionable in court. Theresa M. Beiner contrasts perspectives from social scientists on the realities of workplace sexual harassment with the current legal standard.
This second edition of the practical and well-designed EEO Law and Personnel Practices has been completely revised and updated in line with the latest developments in US law, including the new Americans with Disabilities Act. Arthur Gutman provides a framework for understanding all federal EEO laws by addressing the following questions: what ......
