Approximately 15% of the global population lives with a disability. In the United States, around 20% of individuals have some form of disability. The country has over 128 million full-time workers and more than 27 million part-time employees. A significant portion of these employees have disabilities but continue to work successfully.

While some disabilities are severe enough to prevent individuals from working, many employees can perform their duties effectively with reasonable accommodations. Unfortunately, some employers fail to provide necessary accommodations, making it difficult for disabled workers to do their jobs. This can lead to adverse consequences such as demotions or wrongful termination.

While some disabilities may not require special accommodations, others necessitate changes in the workplace to allow employees to perform their job functions effectively. Employers must ensure that disabled employees have equal access to job opportunities and benefits.

Examples of reasonable accommodations include:

• Modifying physical aspects of the workplace
• Providing assistive and accessible technology
• Ensuring communication accessibility
• Adjusting workplace policies as needed

If you want to learn more about workplace accommodations, contact our legal team today. Our attorneys are ready to answer your questions and provide the information you need.

• The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) – Prohibits workplace discrimination against disabled employees and mandates reasonable accommodations (federal law).
• The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) – Allows employees to take time off for medical conditions or disabilities without fear of job loss (federal law).
• The Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) – Prevents discrimination against disabled employees and requires accommodations (California state law).
• The California Family Rights Act (CFRA) – Grants employees the right to take leave for disabilities or medical conditions without losing their jobs (California state law).

These laws protect workers at both federal and state levels. If you need more details about your rights under these laws, reach out to our legal team for guidance. Our employment attorneys are available to evaluate your case and take action against your employer if necessary.

Employers are legally required to provide reasonable accommodations for disabled employees unless they can prove that doing so would cause undue hardship. If providing an accommodation would lead to significant difficulty or excessive costs, the employer may claim undue hardship as a defense.

However, some employers refuse to accommodate disabled workers even when doing so would not create a hardship. If your employer has denied you reasonable accommodations, you have the right to take legal action.

If your employer fails to comply with accommodation laws, you may be able to:

• File a disability discrimination claim with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) (federal agency).
• Submit a complaint with the Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) (California state agency).

Both the EEOC and DFEH investigate workplace discrimination cases and take appropriate action against employers when necessary. If you need assistance filing a claim or understanding your rights, contact our legal team today.

Before filing a lawsuit against your employer, you must first file a complaint with the EEOC or DFEH. These agencies will conduct an investigation and determine whether you have a valid claim.

If the agency grants you a “right to sue” letter, you may proceed with a civil lawsuit against your employer. At that point, an experienced employment attorney can guide you through the legal process and help you pursue justice. If you have questions about filing a lawsuit, our attorneys are available to provide answers.

If your lawsuit is successful, you may be entitled to financial compensation. Depending on the circumstances of your case, you could recover damages for:

• Medical expenses
• Lost wages and benefits
• Emotional distress and pain and suffering
• Punitive damages (in cases of employer misconduct)

To determine what type of compensation may be available in your case, speak with an attorney as soon as possible. Our legal team has extensive experience handling disability discrimination claims and will fight to secure the maximum compensation for you.

Have you experienced difficulties in the workplace due to your disability? Did your employer refuse to provide accommodations? If so, you may have grounds for legal action.

Employers who fail to accommodate disabled workers violate workplace laws and should be held accountable. Our attorneys are dedicated to advocating for employees whose rights have been infringed upon.

If you need legal representation, contact the California Labor Law Employment Attorneys Group. Our firm has years of experience fighting for disabled employees and ensuring that companies follow employment laws.

When you reach out to our firm, you can take advantage of a free consultation or a free second opinion. During this session, our attorneys will answer your questions, address concerns, and evaluate your case.

If you are dissatisfied with your current attorney or feel that your case has been mishandled, we offer second opinions to help you make informed decisions about your legal representation.

Zero-Fee Guarantee: We work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you will not owe any legal fees unless we win your case. You will never pay upfront costs for our services.

To discuss your case with one of our attorneys and explore your legal options, contact us today.