Ground Rules: Employment Law Over Your Coffee Break

What Employers Need to Know About ‘Regarded As’ Disability


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Under the ADA, disability discrimination isn’t limited to individuals with diagnosed conditions. Employers can get into legal trouble simply for assuming someone has a disability. In this episode of Ground Rules, Pam, Doug, and Jennifer break down the often-overlooked “regarded as” prong of the ADA. They walk through real-world litigation examples—from assumptions about mental health and addiction to physical appearance and hospitalization—and explain how seemingly well-intentioned actions can trigger serious liability.

What’s the biggest takeaway? Don’t make assumptions—ask questions. Tune in to learn:

  • What “regarded as” discrimination really means
  • Why assumptions about health conditions can backfire
  • What supervisors and HR teams should be trained to recognize

*Ground Rules hosts and guests are not providing legal advice in this podcast. Do not act upon any of the information discussed in this podcast without first consulting a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.*

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