How Do You Spell UNDUE HARDSHIP?

1. Undue hardship refers to a legal term that is commonly used in disability discrimination laws to determine whether an accommodation or modification can be considered reasonable in a particular situation. It is specifically used to assess the burden or difficulty that an accommodation would place on an individual or organization, considering their available resources, financial limitations, and other relevant factors.

   Undue hardship requires an assessment of the extent to which the proposed accommodation would cause significant difficulty or expense for the party responsible for providing it. This evaluation is context-specific, as what may be deemed reasonable or feasible for one entity might not be the case for another.

   The determination of undue hardship generally involves a balancing act between the rights of the person seeking accommodation and the burden it would impose on the party responsible for providing it. Factors such as the financial resources and size of the organization, the nature of the accommodation, the potential impact on other employees or relevant stakeholders, and the overall feasibility of implementation are taken into account.

   If it is determined that an accommodation would impose an undue hardship, the party responsible may be legally exempted from providing it. However, it is important to note that undue hardship is not an excuse to refuse accommodations whenever possible. Entities are still obligated to explore alternative options, engage in an interactive process, and make reasonable efforts to accommodate individuals with disabilities to the extent feasible without causing undue hardship.

Common Misspellings for UNDUE HARDSHIP

The term "undue hardship" has its origins in Middle English and the Old Norse language.

The word "undue" is derived from the Old Norse word "undugr", which means "not fitting or appropriate". Over time, this word was incorporated into Middle English as "undue" with a similar meaning.

The word "hardship" originates from the combination of the Old English words "hard" (meaning "difficult" or "severe") and "ship" (which denoted a state or condition).

The phrase "undue hardship" emerged in the 16th century, combining "undue" and "hardship" to signify an unjust or excessive burden or problem. In legal contexts, it became synonymous with a level of difficulty that is beyond what is considered reasonable or fair.