Duty to accommodate

The legal obligation requiring employers, service providers, or institutions to make necessary adjustments or modifications to ensure individuals with disabilities or other protected characteristics can access, participate in, and benefit from employment, services, or facilities. This duty involves eliminating barriers and providing different forms of support, such as flexible working hours, specialized equipment, or modifying job responsibilities, to allow individuals to perform their job effectively and enjoy equal opportunities. For example, an employer may need to offer telecommuting options or provide assistive technologies to accommodate an employee with a disability.