Brick Gentry Attorneys Present on Interplay of ADA, FMLA, and Leave Policies at Iowa Employment Conference

Attorneys Matthew Brick and Erin Clanton of Brick Gentry PC delivered an informative presentation at the Spring Iowa Employment Conference 2025, offering critical guidance on one of HR's most challenging areas: the complex intersection of disability accommodations, family leave rights, and company policies. Their session, "The Interplay of ADA, FMLA, and Leave Policies," equipped employers with practical strategies for managing employee leave requests while maintaining legal compliance.

Drawing on their extensive experience, Brick and Clanton illuminated the crucial distinctions between ADA accommodations and FMLA protections, providing attendees with a clear framework for determining which regulations apply in specific scenarios. Particularly valuable was their analysis of how employers can strategically integrate paid leave programs with federal requirements, maximizing benefits for both employees and organizations.

The attorneys also addressed the often-overlooked complexities that arise when disability insurance intersects with leave administration. Attendees gained actionable insights on distinguishing between ADA and FMLA obligations, creating compliant strategies for coordinating company-provided and federally mandated leave, and navigating the intricate relationship between disability insurance and leave management.

This presentation further evinces Brick Gentry PC's reputation as a leading authority in employment law, offering the practical guidance employers need in today's complex regulatory environment.