""Tort law has a nimbleness and a versatility to act more swiftly to make societal course corrections than statutory law.""
""The jury found TQL 90% at fault, making it responsible for about $22.5 million of the $25 million award.""
A Cincinnati jury awarded $22.5 million to the estate of a newborn after Total Quality Logistics LLC denied a pregnant employee's request to work from home. The denial contributed to the premature birth and death of the infant. The case raises concerns about strict return-to-office policies and the need for accommodations under federal law. Courts are increasingly viewing remote work as a reasonable accommodation for pregnant workers, especially in light of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Tort law allows for compensation in such cases, emphasizing the importance of proper handling of medical accommodation requests.
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