Caselaw
May 13th, 2026
Increase in requests for telework as an accommodation measure : practical advice for employers
As employers gradually reinstate in-person work requirements, many are faced with requests for remote work supported by medical documentation. These situations raise a delicate balance between the employer’s management rights and its duty to accommodate employees’ fundamental rights. In this context, the key issue is determining the appropriate process for assessing such requests and, where required, identifying a reasonable compromise.