Disability Discrimination Legal Services

Legal Representation for Workplace Disability Discrimination

State and federal law provide significant protections for employees with a “disability.” The term is broadly defined and may include various physical or mental conditions limiting the employee’s ability to perform certain job duties or other major life activities.

An employee with a disability should inform Human Resources and request “accommodation” if necessary for the employee to perform essential job duties. Accommodation can take several different forms including a lighter duty position and additional unpaid leave.

Discrimination may arise when you are treated less favorably than a co-worker who is not in your “protected class.” Under federal law, your employer cannot discriminate against you based on protected classes and circumstances. If you believe you have been victimized by discrimination, retaliation, or harassment based on a disability, you may sue your employer.

Call Brad Dorrance of Keefer Wood Allen & Rahal, LLP today to set up a free consultation.