By Thomas Stewart, M.S., J.D., PA-C | The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is the primary protection provided to workers with disabilities who want to stay in the work force. The…
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Tom Stewart is both an Attorney and Physician Assistant, and has been involved in the medical and legal care of MS patients for more than two decades.
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