Discrimination against individuals based on a disability is prohibited under federal and state laws in all sectors, including the private sector. In this training, we take a look at several high-profile cases of businesses that refused to hire a qualified individual with a disability and accommodate an employee with a disability. Professionals will learn about these issues so that they can respond to such issues in order to prevent them from happening again. The CRCC code of professional ethics will be included in this discussion.

Presenter: James F McNeil, Ph.D

Executive Director; Assistant Professor and Director of the Counseling Program at Carolina University. Dr. McNeil is the founder and executive director of Dr. James F. McNeil Vocational Consulting Services. He has over 10 years of experience in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, disability management, and leave management. Dr. McNeil has worked with government agencies, colleges and universities, and Fortune 500 companies, including Lowe's, Prudential, and Amazon. 
Dr. McNeil is also a national certified counselor and certified rehabilitation counselor. In 2021, he was elected to serve as a Board of Director for the CRCC. Dr. McNeil holds a Ph.D. in Counselor Education & Supervision, master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, and a bachelor's degree in Education. 

Co-Presenter: Morgan Lea

Morgan is a forward-thinking Accommodation and Leave Management professional equipped with advanced knowledge of ADA Interactive Process and Federal, State and Local Leave administration. With over 10 years of industry experience ranging from vocational rehabilitation and job placement to Fortune 500 companies in retail, restaurant, hospitality and warehouse distribution industries, Morgan believes that employers can leverage internal benefits, community resources, and interactive partnerships to support employees through the seasons of life and create an inclusive workplace for all. Morgan is passionate about finding technical and creative solutions to support businesses and employees as they navigate ADA accommodations. Morgan has a new-found enthusiasm for helping employers infuse care into the employee experience of leave and accommodations to create moments that matter. 
Morgan holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business and Organizational Management and a Bachelor of Arts in American Sign Language/Deaf Studies from Maryville College.