Human Resources Expert Witness Evaluates Compliance with ADA Regulations

Case Overview

This case involves a male employee of a hospital in the northeast. The employee suffered from ADHD/ADD and other known issues. He was frequently bullied and hassled by a direct supervisor, who refused to accommodate the employee’s request for a position/department change. An expert in human resources and talent acquisition was requested to assess the facility’s policies and procedures pertaining to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA.

Questions to the Vocational expert and their responses

Have you ever served as an HR or policies director for a hospital system?

I have consulted for various hospitals throughout New England during my 20+ year career, all of which have emphasized human resources issues, concerns and protocol.

If so, are there specific guidelines for accommodating or considering requests made by employees with known disabilities?

ADD and ADHD are known disabilities that employers must accommodate. I am very familiar with the Americans with Disabilities Act and have authored articles pertaining to it which have been widely published. I'm also very familiar with the federal and state laws pertaining to ADA.

Have you ever served as an expert witness on a wrongful termination case?

I have previously served as an expert witness for employment issues such as the one described. I would be happy to review this case on behalf of the plaintiff.

About the expert

This highly qualified expert has extensive experience in litigation matters concerning employment issues. She received a B.A. in Economics from Boston College and a J.D. from Suffolk University Law School. Her experience as a litigator makes her a specialist in the workplace environment, and she has authored and lectured on various topics including ADA, sexual harassment, and discrimination. She was also elected as a Fellow to the College of Labor and Employment Attorneys. Certified as a Senior Professional in Human Resources, she has consulted for the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. She currently serves as the President for a human resource consulting firm where she has consulted various businesses including hospitals.