Podcast Episode

When Can You Deny a Religious Accommodation?

The FP 5: Five Things for Your 9-to-5··22 September 2026·27 min

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Religious accommodation requests are in the spotlight, and the legal standard for denying them has gotten tougher. This week on the FP 5, Andria Ryan explains when employers can say no, what counts as an undue hardship, and how HR teams can build a better process for evaluating requests.Show NotesWhen Can You Deny a Religious Accommodation? 6 Practical Steps for Employers as Guidance EvolvesReligious Accommodation Requests For Weekends Off Are Surging: Practical Strategies For Retail Employers