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Does the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) cover alcoholics?

April 26, 2017ACT ADA Alcoholics Americans cover disabilities

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Does the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) cover alcoholics?

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Yes. For purposes of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), an alcoholic is treated as a person with a disability and is protected by the Act if he/she is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job. However, an alcoholic is not completely immune from discipline, discharge or denial of employment where his/her use of alcohol adversely impacts job performance or conduct.