Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal law requiring reasonable accommodations, medical information confidentiality, and non-discrimination provisions for employees with disabilities returning to work
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA): Federal legislation governing job protection requirements, leave entitlements, and return to work rights for employees taking medical leave
Workers' Compensation Laws: State-specific requirements governing medical documentation, work restrictions, and return-to-work processes for employees injured on the job
Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA): Federal standards for workplace safety, work restrictions, and reporting requirements that must be considered in return-to-work planning
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA): Federal law governing medical information privacy and confidentiality requirements in handling employee health information
State-Specific Disability Laws: Various state laws that may provide additional protections and requirements for employees returning to work after disability leave
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Guidelines: Federal guidelines on non-discrimination requirements and interactive process documentation for return-to-work situations
Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA): Federal law protecting genetic information and family medical history privacy in employment-related matters
