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Floyd, Skeren and Kelly LLP is pleased to announce a lunch and learn on managing disability in the workplace in order to avoid a disability discrimination lawsuit. At a time when such lawsuits are skyrocketing both in California and federally, it is more important than ever to obtain the most up-to-date information on managing disability. The presentation will cover the crucial overlap between workers' compensation and the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA)/Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) focusing on: the definition of a disability; pre-employment inquiries; return-to-work policies and procedures; the interactive process; reasonable accommodations (when they must be offered and what must be offered);  alternative/vacant position obligations; managing medical leaves of absences; medical examinations; performance issues; disciplinary considerations (such as excessive absenteeism); continuation of benefit obligations; and, termination pitfalls. The overlapping considerations related to the Family Medical Leave Act/California Family Rights Act (FMLA/CFRA) will also be discussed.