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Are you legally required to allow an employee to work remotely because they care for a disabled family member? This is a common and sensitive question for business owners, and the answer is not always intuitive.
In this Quick Tip episode of Biz Help For You, you will walk through what federal law actually requires, including the Americans with Disabilities Act, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, and the Family and Medical Leave Act. You will also learn why state laws can significantly change your obligations and why caregiver requests must be handled carefully to avoid discrimination risks.
You will gain Clarity on what you must do legally, what you may choose to do as a leader, and how thoughtful flexibility can strengthen retention, morale, and trust without compromising operations. If you want to respond to Caregiving-related remote work requests with confidence, consistency, and compliance, this episode is essential listening.
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Candy Messer is a profitability advisor and Clockwork Fractional COO working with entrepreneurs to help them have successful businesses. Experienced in bookkeeping since 1998, Candy understands the stresses business owners face and offers customized services to meet their varying needs.
Her company energizes entrepreneurs by removing the burden of compliance tasks as well identifying issues preventing higher profitability. She also teaches business owners how to take a 4-week vacation and have the company run effectively without them. As a result of using her services, clients have peace of mind and the freedom to do what they love.
Candy is co-author of Business Success With Ease, Navigating Entrepreneurship, Maintain a Solid Mental Health, and Yes, God and is the host of the “Biz Help For You” podcast which can be found on YouTube, as well as multiple podcast channels.
Candy has been married since 1992 to her husband Garth and they have a son, daughter, son-in-law, and three grandsons. When not running her company, Candy enjoys reading, crocheting, baking sourdough bread, and spending time with friends and family.
