**The big picture:** A New Jersey pharmaceutical manufacturer, Novadoz Pharmaceuticals, settled an EEOC charge for $116,666, accused of allowing Indian national employees to work remotely from India while denying the same flexibility to a U.S. employee with a disability. **Why it matters:** This case underscores the EEOC's focus on equitable remote work policies and the potential for national origin and disability discrimination claims if remote work accommodations are not applied consistently. **Between the lines:** - The charge alleged violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act. - Novadoz Pharmaceuticals and MSN Pharmaceuticals LLC agreed to revise anti-discrimination policies and conduct training. - The EEOC emphasized that remote work decisions cannot be based on race or national origin, and forcing leave when reasonable accommodation exists is unlawful. **Staffing & HR impact:** HR leaders must ensure remote work policies are non-discriminatory and consistently applied to avoid compliance risks and potential litigation. Staffing firms should advise clients on equitable accommodation practices to mitigate similar liabilities. **The bottom line:** Inconsistent remote work policies, especially those tied to national origin or disability, are a significant legal vulnerability for employers.