Q & A Session – EAP Referrals

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Ask the Lawyer received the following question (paraphrased for easier reading and clarity) from a reader on a legal matter that might be of interest to the entire audience.

Q:

I read the previous article on how Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) came into existence. Are there other reasons to refer to an EAP besides alcohol or drug use? What about if your husband is an alcoholic or if your spouse is physically abusive and that has led to poor performance?

A:

EAPs can be used for very broad purposes, including all those mentioned in this inquiry. The reason for the emphasis on alcohol and drug abuse in the earlier column is that the statutory bans for EAPs stem from alcohol and drug abuse.

Bill Bransford is managing partner of Shaw, Bransford & Roth, PC.

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