The recent $22.1 million verdict in Billesdon v. Wells Fargo illustrates that employers risk significant legal consequences if they fail to accommodate work-from-home requests under the ADA.
The case underscores the necessity for organizations to truly engage in the interactive process required by the ADA, ensuring that all requests for accommodations are explored thoroughly.
The jury emphasized that Wells Fargo's failure to have genuine discussions about reasonable accommodations for Billesdon directly led to the legal and financial repercussions they now face.
This case sends a clear message that juries are inclined to favor employees denied disability accommodations, especially those related to work-from-home requests.
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