Abstract
Vampires are increasingly participating, and being visible, in American society. Their emergence from the shadows and entrance
into mainstream activities, such as employment, brings new challenges for organizations and individuals. This article is intended
to serve as a guide to human resource and general managers of the impact of the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) on the
employment of individuals who are vampires or, believe themselves to be vampires. It demonstrates that organizations which
discriminate against vampires based solely upon myths, stereotypes and prejudices may face legal consequences. The analysis
of the specific subject of vampirism is also intended to provide an overview of the issues related to the application of the
ADA in general.
into mainstream activities, such as employment, brings new challenges for organizations and individuals. This article is intended
to serve as a guide to human resource and general managers of the impact of the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) on the
employment of individuals who are vampires or, believe themselves to be vampires. It demonstrates that organizations which
discriminate against vampires based solely upon myths, stereotypes and prejudices may face legal consequences. The analysis
of the specific subject of vampirism is also intended to provide an overview of the issues related to the application of the
ADA in general.
- Content Type Journal Article
- Pages 1-11
- DOI 10.1007/s10672-012-9191-9
- Authors
- David J. Prottas, School of Business, Adelphi University, Garden City, NY 11530, USA
- Journal Employee Responsibilities and Rights Journal
- Online ISSN 1573-3378
- Print ISSN 0892-7545