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Brain fog and unlawful discrimination risks

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Brain fog is not a medical term but used to describe a range of symptoms. Brain fog has been in the news lately because of its association with Long Covid and the menopause. But what is brain fog and how should employers support staff suffering from it and avoid discrimination?

Topics covered:

  • What is Brain Fog
  • What causes it
  • Is it a disability
  • Performance management
  • Reasonable adjustments
  • Discrimination
  • Harassment
  • Medical advice

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  • 20 May 2020
  • Employment

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Settlement Agreements – What Are They?

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  • 11 May 2020
  • Immigration

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  • Commercial Real Estate

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  • 23 April 2020
  • Immigration

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  • 20 April 2020
  • Immigration

What is a Sponsor licence and why should you apply?

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