In this article series comparing and contrasting various aspects of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), we have covered exceptions to both laws such as disqualifying events, undue hardship (ADA only) and certain situations regarding substance abuse.
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Here, we look at other exceptions under these laws. These include the “direct threat” exception under the ADA and a spousal exception under the FMLA.