Pregnancy Discrimination and Failure to Accommodate
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Rehabilitation Act, disability discrimination occurs when an employer treats a qualified individual unfavorably because she has a disability, a history of disability or a physical or mental impairment that is not lasting.
Disability discrimination when it comes to any aspect of employment, including hiring, firing, promotions, training, benefits and any other term or condition of employment is against the law. In addition, employers are required to provide reasonable accommodation to an employee or job applicant with a disability.
While the law only requires an employer to offer an accommodation that would not cause significant difficulty or expense for the employer, reasonable accommodations can include making the workplace accessible for wheelchair users, offering an employee a flexible schedule or more frequent breaks, or providing a reader or interpreter for someone who is blind or hearing impaired.
If you or a loved one is being discriminated against as a result of a disability, Case + Sedey, LLC has the experience necessary to address your claim.
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