On December 16, 2020, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued guidance regarding COVID-19 vaccinations in the workplace and how they may implicate the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other federal laws. In short, the ADA and related federal laws generally do not prohibit employers from requiring vaccines for their employees so long as the employer provides reasonable accommodations for disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs. However, other laws may prohibit terminating the employment of an employee who refuses to get vaccinated.
Davis & Gilbert Labor & Employment attorneys summarize key questions and answers from the new EEOC guidance regarding COVID-19 vaccinations in the workplace. If you have additional questions, please contact any of the authors or the D&G attorney with whom you have regular contact.