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Effective accommodation management starts with understanding the individual, not making assumptions about their abilities. At ConnectBridge, we know that managing workplace accommodations requires a consistent, individualized process. A recent EEOC case involving Ollie’s Bargain Outlet underscores that principle, alleging the

A new bipartisan proposal could change how paid family and medical leave programs are administered across the country. S.5017 would provide federal grants to states developing paid leave programs, but with a key requirement: participating states must partner with private

Strong leave management requires more than FMLA compliance. It requires consistent, well-documented decision-making before, during, and after an employee’s leave. A recent federal court decision reinforces that standard. An FMLA retaliation claim was allowed to move forward after an employer

According to OSHA’s mental health reporting, changes in compliance requirements don’t change the need for a thoughtful approach to employee mental health. At ConnectBridge, we know that compliance is only one part of managing complex employee situations. Clear processes, consistent

Pregnancy disclosures can quickly create compliance risks when employment decisions follow soon after. When an employee shares that they are pregnant, employers should ensure that any subsequent disciplinary or termination decisions are supported by clear, well-documented, and consistently applied business

AI may be changing how HR operates, but technology alone can’t manage the complexities of the employee experience. As AI agents take on more administrative tasks and support increasingly sophisticated HR workflows, specialized human expertise remains essential. Leave and accommodation

AI is changing how work gets done, and it could also change how employers approach workplace accommodations. As AI tools become more integrated into the workplace, they may create new opportunities to support employees with disabilities, from assisting with communication

When an FMLA medical certification is incomplete or unclear, employers need to know what steps they can take to get the information they need while staying compliant. Employers are generally required to allow employees to correct an incomplete or insufficient

A successful return to work begins long before an employee’s first day back. HR Dive highlights that early planning, cross-functional coordination, and ongoing communication can make the transition back to work smoother for both employees and employers. At ConnectBridge, we