This session will provide practical strategies for creating an inclusive workplace, navigating legal challenges, and understanding state-specific considerations. Learn about the duty to accommodate addictions, the implications of medical marijuana, and the benefits of last chance agreements. Whether you're an employer, HR professional, or legal advisor, this webinar will equip you with the knowledge and best practices needed to support employees with addiction while ensuring compliance with the ADA.
WHY SHOULD YOU ATTEND?
Unlock essential knowledge and strategies by attending this webinar designed to help professionals navigate the complexities of alcohol and drug addiction under the ADA. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of ADA provisions, learn to recognize addiction as a disability, and uncover best practices for creating an inclusive workplace. This session offers crucial insights into reasonable accommodations, legal challenges, and state-specific considerations. Whether you're an employer, HR professional, or legal advisor, this webinar will empower you to support employees with addiction while ensuring compliance with the ADA. By attending, you'll not only stay ahead of legal updates but also foster a more supportive and informed work environment.AREA COVERED
Areas Covered During Training:- Understand the key provisions and protections under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) concerning addiction.
- Recognize how addiction to alcohol and substance use disorders is considered a disability under the ADA.
- Identify reasonable accommodations for employees with addiction and understand employer responsibilities and employee rights.
- Develop strategies for supporting employees with addiction and creating an inclusive workplace, including drug and alcohol policies.
- Navigate common legal challenges and understand best practices for compliance, including the use of last chance agreements and the duty to accommodate addictions.
- Analyze state-specific differences and additional protections.
WHO WILL BENEFIT?
- HR Professionals, all levels
- Employee Relations Managers
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Coordinators
- Occupational Health and Safety Managers
- Disability Program Managers
- Understand the key provisions and protections under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) concerning addiction.
- Recognize how addiction to alcohol and substance use disorders is considered a disability under the ADA.
- Identify reasonable accommodations for employees with addiction and understand employer responsibilities and employee rights.
- Develop strategies for supporting employees with addiction and creating an inclusive workplace, including drug and alcohol policies.
- Navigate common legal challenges and understand best practices for compliance, including the use of last chance agreements and the duty to accommodate addictions.
- Analyze state-specific differences and additional protections.
- HR Professionals, all levels
- Employee Relations Managers
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Coordinators
- Occupational Health and Safety Managers
- Disability Program Managers
Speaker Profile

Melveen Stevenson is the CEO and founder of M.S. Elemental, LLC, a human resources and business advisory firm. As a certified HR professional with a background in accounting and finance, she helps companies to navigate the human resources “jungle” of compliance, human capital, and leadership challenges. In doing so, she empowers companies to strengthen their infrastructure from the inside out, specifically through leadership development, operations, training, employee engagement, and executive coaching.Melveen speaks on key topics to empower companies with the latest research and best practices for increasing engagement, enhancing leadership presence, and optimizing diverse workforce groups.Over the last 20 years, …
Upcoming Webinars

Interactive dashboards & analytics in Excel

Copilot and HR: An Introduction for HR Professionals

4-Hour Virtual Seminar on Bootcamp on Excel

Leading Across Generations: 5 Challenges & 10 Strategies to…


I-9 Audits: Strengthening Your Immigration Compliance Strat…

Fair Lending in 2025: New Regulations, Examinations and Enf…


Tattoos, hijabs, piercings, and pink hair: The challenges …

Using Emotional Intelligence to Elevate Your Leadership

ChatGPT & HR: How HR Recruiting Professionals Can Leverage …

FDA Trends in Compliance and Enforcement in Computer System…

Elevate Your Workplace Wellness: 10 Critical Wellness Facto…

How to Manage the Legal Landmine of the FMLA, ADA and Worke…

How to Write a Successful Job Hazard Analysis


How to Write Right for Better Business Communication

How to Prepare For and Host a FDA Inspection and Respond to…

Public Speaking: Overcoming The Fear of Public Speaking

From Good to Great: The Secrets to an Optimized LinkedIn Pr…



Workplace Investigations 101: How to Conduct your Investiga…

Policy Pops: Navigating DEI in the 2025 Workplace: Strategi…

The Five Cs Of Commercial Credit: The Basic Elements Of Cre…

Transforming Anger And Conflict Into Collaborative Problem …


Navigating Alcohol and Drug Addiction Protections Under the…


Reduce Stress in the Workplace: Effective Ways to Handle Co…



Transforming HR with AI: Unlocking Excellence and Innovation

Creating Employee Handbooks that Protect You and Support th…

FDA Technology Modernization Action Plan (TMAP) and Impact …


Transform Data into Insights: A Beginners Guide to Excel Pi…


Mindful Communication:The Key to Meaningful Conversations i…

FDA Proposes Framework to Advance Credibility of AI Models

50+ new Excel features so far this decade

FMLA Compliance in 2025: A Comprehensive Guide & Strategies…

Excel - 10 Key Worksheet Functions to Skyrocket Your Produc…

Managing Toxic Employees: Strategies For Leaders To Effecti…

Hiring and Retaining Employees in this Crazy Economy

Harassment, Bullying, Gossip, Confrontational and Disruptiv…