Both the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) often apply to employees who are seriously ill or injured. When this happens, employers may be required to grant leave and to accommodate the employee under both the FMLA and the ADA. This article series examines similarities and differences between the FMLA and ADA.
Today’s article addresses independent medical examinations under both laws: Under what circumstances are they permissible?