Disability Discrimination

Along with age, gender, religion, and race, the federal government and most of states have laws prohibiting discrimination based on an employee's disability or perceived disability. This does not mean that every person must be hired for any job for which they apply. But it does mean that if an employee or potential employee is capable of performing a task, they should not be treated differently from any other person also capable of performing that task. Read through the articles below to find out more about disability protections, as well as the process for raising a complaint, so that you, your employer, and your employees can be educated about this important area of law.

Learn About Disability Discrimination

Disability Discrimination and the Law
An in-depth look at the ADA and the rights it provides individuals with disabilities, as well as an employer's responsibility to make reasonable accommodations for their employees.
Chemical Sensitivities Discrimination
Not every disability is as obvious as a wheelchair or a hearing aid. Here are some guidelines for individuals affected by multiple chemical sensitivities and how to handle the issue at work.
ADA & Disability Discrimination Facts
This page has some useful information and links to resources and statutes on disability discrimination so that you can learn all about disability discrimination at work and the protections available for disabled workers.

The Employer's Duty to Accommodate
Not many people realize that an employer will have to make reasonable accommodations for her disabled workers. Here is some information on one of the primary responsibilities that an employer has with regard to disabled employees, as well as its limitations.
ADA: Disabilities & Your Rights as an Employee
A focused look at the rights the ADA provides employees with disabilities, the kinds of discrimination these employes may face, and what to do when discrimination occurs.
Family and Medical Leave
Visit FindLaw’s section on the Family Medical Leave Act to learn about the employee right to take time off from work for personal and family health reasons, including disabilities.

Disability Discrimination Articles