Legal Question in Employment Law in Tennessee
Discrimination
Is it legal to fire someone for the sole reason of being on a methadone program?
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: Discrimination
You may have some issues related to the Americans with Disabilities Act, The Family Medical Leave Act and the Tennessee Human Rights Act. This termination may very well have some peril for you if not handled correctly. Before firing anyone you should consult an attorney or your Human Resources Director if your company has one.
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