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Tire company settles allegations it discriminated against workers with opioid prescriptions
April 18, 2026
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A tire company will pay $300,000 to settle allegations of discrimination against disabled employees taking prescription medications.
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The company denied opportunities to workers taking opioids, even if they were medically cleared to perform their job duties.
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The settlement requires the company to modify its policies to comply with the ADA and individually assess employees taking medication.
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