Ada Accommodation Confidentiality Rules

Summary

Under the ADA, information about reasonable accommodation requests must remain confidential and shared only with those involved in the accommodation process. If the principal is directly involved, they can be informed but must maintain confidentiality and use the information solely for accommodation purposes. If the principal uses this information to harass or create a hostile work environment, it may violate the ADA and other employment laws. Consider seeking legal advice or filing a complaint if necessary.

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I am a teacher in California, I told my HR department that my principal is creating a hostile work environment and harassing me. under the ADA who is allowed to know about my request for reasonable accomedations. Is it legal for the principal to be involved
Under the ADA, information about your request for reasonable accommodations should be kept confidential and shared only with those involved in the accommodation process.
- Your principal can be informed if they are directly involved in implementing the accommodation.
- HR and supervisors involved should also know.
Was your principal informed about your request?
yes
If your principal is involved in the accommodation process, it is generally legal for them to be informed. However, they must maintain confidentiality and only use the information for the accommodation process. If they are using this information to harass or create a hostile work environment, that could be a violation of the ADA and other employment laws.
Would you like more detailed information on how to proceed with a complaint?