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17 Sep

Accommodating Neurodivergent Employees

Accommodating Neurodivergent Employees

Thursday, September 17, 2026 (12:00 AM to 11:59 PM)
1 PDCs
Provider: KSBranigan Law P.C.
Course Name: Accommodating Neurodivergent Employees

Speaker: Kirsten Branigan, Beth Zoller, Katie Ann Insinga, Natalie Hiott Levine
Program Type: Instructor E-Learning
Registration URL: http://KSBraniganlaw.com
Accommodating Neurodivergent Employees, Montclair, New Jersey
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Understanding neurodiversity and common neurodivergent conditions, including autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, and Tourette syndrome. The strengths and value neurodivergent employees bring to the workplace, as well as common workplace challenges and barriers. Legal protections for neurodivergent employees under the ADA, state anti-discrimination laws, and related regulatory guidance. Identifying when a neurodivergent condition may constitute a disability and can trigger an employer’s obligation to engage in the interactive process. Recognizing accommodation requests and conducting an effective interactive process Evaluating reasonable accommodations, including communication modifications, workplace environmental adjustments, scheduling flexibility, assistive technology, and supervisory strategies. Addressing performance management, conduct issues, and workplace expectations while remaining compliant with disability laws. Recent court decisions, EEOC enforcement actions, and emerging litigation trends involving disability discrimination, failure-to-accommodate claims, harassment, and retaliation. Best practices for documentation, manager training, and mitigating legal risk. Strategies for fostering neuro-inclusive workplaces and incorporating neurodiversity into workplace inclusion initiatives. Attendees will leave with practical tools and actionable strategies they can implement to support neurodivergent employees, minimize legal exposure, and create workplaces where neurodiverse talent can thrive.

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