SCENARIO: Sarah is applying for a computer analyst position with the following employers: Edison Electric Company, PA Department of Aging, Kansas University, Duda Computer Consulting (a family owned business employing five people), Air Products Corporation. Sarah was injured in a car accident and is confined to a wheelchair. She has limited mobility in her arms and hands and must rely on public van transportation to work. She requires special physical therapy sessions twice a week, during normal working hours.

a) Which of these employers is covered by the ADA?

b) What sort of reasonable accommodations could be made in order to hire Sarah?

c) Under what circumstances could these employers refuse to hire Sarah?

Should Sarah require surgery and a lengthy recovery, which of these employers is required to offer Sarah Family and Medical Leave? Explain the benefits open to Sarah under FMLA and the responsibilities of his employer.