A whistleblower is an employee that reports an employer's misconduct. There are laws that protect whistleblowers from being fired or mistreated for reporting misconduct. One of these laws is the Whistleblower Protection Act. This lesson explains the Whistleblower Protection Act and other laws that protect whistleblowers. Business Law: Help and Review / Business Courses.
disabilitynoun [ C/U ] us â /ËdÉªsÂ·ÉËbÉªlÂ·ÉªÂ·tÌ¬i/. âº a physical or mental condition that makes someone unable to act in a way that is considered usual for most people: [ C ] The law bars discrimination against those with disabilities. [ U ] The regulations apply to people unable to work because of disability.
The SSA's Definition of Disabled. In the context of Social Security, the definition of disabled is a long-term disability that renders you unable to work in any capacity. You must not be able to engage in any substantial gainful activity (SGA) because of a physical or mental medical condition.