Which statement reflects understanding of the legal ramifications under the Americans with Disabilities Act?

• A. "The Epilepsy Foundation of America will help you keep your job."
• B. "I was afraid this might happen. Legally employers do not have to let you work."
• C. "You should take a copy of your medical records to your employer's personnel office."
• D. "According to the Americans with Disabilities Act, your employer cannot terminate you."

Answer: (D)

Understanding the Americans with Disabilities Act involves recognizing that it protects employees from discrimination based on disability and requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations so a qualified worker can perform the job. The statement that your employer cannot terminate you under the ADA captures this protection: a disability by itself isn’t a reason to lose your job, as long as you can meet the essential duties with reasonable accommodations. There are limits, though—if you cannot perform essential functions even with accommodations, or if there are safety concerns that can’t be addressed, termination may be allowed. The other ideas aren’t accurate: a nonprofit can’t guarantee you’ll stay employed, employers still must comply with the ADA, and sharing medical records isn’t automatically part of protecting your job or a necessary step in employment.