California Disability Discrimination Attorneys

Life is challenging enough without the added burden of being treated unfairly. No matter the nature of your disability, you should not have to endure discrimination. We are here to protect your rights. Our experienced California disability discrimination attorney is ready to assist you.

Instances of Disability Discrimination

An employer cannot hire or fire an individual based on their disability. Promotions and demotions should never be influenced by someone’s disability status. If you are fired or demoted due to your disability, this constitutes a violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act. In such cases, you have the right to take legal action against your employer. A lawsuit can help secure compensation for the harm caused by disability discrimination.

Examples of disability discrimination include:

Jeremy works as a stock clerk at a grocery store. He has a back issue that limits his ability to lift heavy items. Recently, his employer updated job requirements, now requiring employees to lift 50 pounds or more, while Jeremy’s limit is 30 pounds. His coworkers accommodated him by handling the heavier items while he took on the lighter ones.

However, the employer learns of this and terminates Jeremy’s employment. Jeremy claims he was fired due to disability discrimination. He argues that heavy lifting was not an essential task for the job, and the employer failed to accommodate his disability by making reasonable adjustments.

This would be considered a failure to provide reasonable accommodations. A minor adjustment to Jeremy’s workload could have allowed him to perform his job effectively. Firing him instead opens the door for a lawsuit.

Other reasonable accommodations could include:

• Installing handicap-accessible entrances

• Providing screen-reading software for blind employees

• Allowing a disabled employee to have a desk that fits their wheelchair

Additionally, if you don’t have a physical disability but care for a family member with a disability, and you are denied employment for that reason, that too constitutes discrimination.

Retaliation

A common fear many individuals have when facing discrimination is retaliation. You have every right to file a claim, and it is illegal for an employer to fire or punish you for reporting discrimination to HR or a supervisor. We are committed to safeguarding your rights and protecting you from retaliation. You should not have to fear seeking justice. It’s your right, and we will defend that right.

Am I Experiencing Disability Discrimination?

• Have you been overlooked for a promotion?

• Do you suspect you were not hired because of your disability?

• Are you feeling isolated or treated differently by your colleagues?

How Our California Disability Discrimination Attorney Can Assist

Dealing with these challenges can be overwhelming. Our goal is to alleviate some of that stress and provide you with the support you need. Nobody expects to face an employment law issue until it happens. You have your own career and responsibilities, and mastering the complexities of defending yourself against a disability discrimination claim likely isn’t a priority. That’s why it’s crucial to consult with a skilled California disability discrimination lawyer as soon as possible.

When to Seek Legal Assistance

If you are facing discrimination, knowing what steps to take can be confusing.

Your employee handbook may provide some guidance.

However, this isn’t helpful if you've been terminated or denied employment because of discrimination.

In those cases, it’s best to contact a California disability discrimination attorney immediately.

Contact Us Today

Discrimination can sometimes be hard to spot, but we can help clarify your situation. You do not deserve

to be treated unfairly due to your disability. We understand how difficult and hurtful this experience can be.

To determine if you are a victim, tell us your story, let us listen and together, we can assess your situation

and decide on the best legal approach. Contact us today, and let’s create a plan to secure your rights.