No one deserves to be mistreated or have equal opportunities withheld from them due to a disability. It is sad that this happens, but thankfully the law is on the side of the one discriminated against.
If you have been treated negatively in the workplace because of your disability, do not wait to obtain legal counsel. Whether you were fired, retaliated against, or your boss refused to make reasonable accommodations, reach out to an Atlanta disability discrimination lawyer as soon as possible. At Feldman Legal Group, our workplace discrimination attorneys have a winning track record and are willing to fight for you to receive the justice you deserve.
What Constitutes Disability Discrimination?
Disability discrimination happens in the workplace when an employer, fellow employee, or another person or entity treats someone negatively because of a disability. Discrimination can be based on an actual or perceived disability. The discriminating behavior can take various forms, sometimes being obvious while other times appearing more subtly. Some common examples of disability discrimination in employment law:
For example, if an employee requested their employer make a physical change to the workplace–like allowing the worker to sit while working–and the employer failed to provide this reasonable accommodation, the employer could be held liable for discrimination.
Laws that Protect Against Disability Discrimination
Employers are required to abide by both federal and state laws that seek to eliminate discrimination and make sure all people are given equal opportunities. Two laws that offer legal protection against disability discrimination are the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Georgia Equal Employment for Persons with Disabilities Code.
The ADA is a federal law that prohibits discrimination in a number of settings, and employment is one of them. If a company employs at least 15 employees, they are bound by the requirements in the ADA. Employers must provide reasonable accommodations to employees or applicants with disabilities as long as doing so does not cause undue hardship. Employers also are prohibited from retaliating against and harassing workers because of their disabilities.
The Georgia Equal Employment for Persons with Disabilities Code is a state law that complements the ADA. Workers in Georgia have additional legal protections against disability discrimination. Our disability discrimination attorneys could help you understand the protections afforded by federal and state law to Atlanta employees.
What a Discrimination Lawyer Can Do
Talking to an Atlanta lawyer with extensive experience in disability discrimination cases can help someone dealing with negative treatment or action understand whether what they have experienced is disability discrimination.
Our attorneys at Feldman Legal Group have a thorough understanding of all legal protections awarded to workers and utilize that knowledge to build strong claims. Legal counsel offers help with gathering documentation, filing formal complaints with a government agency, and fighting for the best possible resolution.
Many cases are settled outside of court. We fight tirelessly for a fair resolution and compensation in negotiations and mediation. With that said, we are not afraid to go to trial and represent our clients in court. Our lawyers have successfully gone up against large employers and won.
Call an Attorney in Atlanta Today For Help With a Disability Discrimination Claim
Bringing a disability discrimination claim against an employer can be intimidating. The best first step is talking to an Atlanta disability discrimination lawyer about your specific circumstances.
Feldman Legal Group can evaluate your case to see what your legal options are. We have a strong history of securing settlements for our clients who have been discriminated against in the workplace. Take the first step in holding your employer accountable for discrimination, and give us a call.
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