“2026 State of Leave and Accommodations”
We surveyed 1,200 HR professionals about their leave and accommodations programs. Our findings reveal a leave and accommodations landscape that is only getting more complex and challenging for HR to navigate.
Leave and Accommodations Requests Keep Rising
For the third year in a row, the majority of HR leaders report continued increases in both leave and accommodations requests. Caseloads are growing, situations are becoming more complex, and employee support needs continue to evolve. HR needs a lifeline, either via technology or headcount, to keep up with everything and stay compliant.