Can my supervisor go around telling people in my department that I was an alcoholic?

Can my supervisor go around telling people in my department that I was an alcoholic?Rita M. Risser Chai2021-06-11T19:23:37+00:00

Rita Risser Chai replies:

No. This violates the Americans with Disabilities Act, which specifically prohibits discrimination against recovering alcoholics. Your state may also have a medical confidentiality law. It also is an invasion of your privacy. For all of these reasons, you may want to consult a local attorney. Good luck.

Posted 07-17-2018

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