Case #1181.0

Disability Issues in the Workplace

Publication Date: January 01, 1993
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Abstract:
This composite case explores the managerial, ethical, and logistical issues that arise when a federal employee is diagnosed with breast cancer and has difficulty dealing with her job responsibilities and co-worker reactions. The case ends with the employee on the verge of exhausting her leave options and she and the manager must work out a solution. An appendix discusses the relevance of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Learning Objective:
This composite case explores the managerial, ethical, and logistical issues that arise when a federal employee is diagnosed with breast cancer and has difficulty dealing with her job responsibilities and co-worker reactions.

Other Details

Teaching Plan:
Available with Educator Access
Case Author:
Sara Watson
Faculty Lead:
Mary Jo Bane
Pages (incl. exhibits):
13
Setting:
United States
Language:
English