The 21st Century Cures Act set the stage for additional guidance to be issued under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA) and increased enforcement of its requirements. In a recent set of proposed frequently asked questions and answers, the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and the Treasury provided examples of [&hellip… Continue Reading »
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has issued guidance reminding employers that it is illegal under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other laws to discriminate against an employee simply because he or she has a mental health condition. This includes firing an employee, rejecting an employee for a job or promotion, and forcing [&hellip… Continue Reading »
