Los Angeles Disability Discrimination

Disability Discrimination Lawyers in Los Angeles

A person who has a disability or serious medical condition is a person who 1) has a physical or mental impairment that greatly alters his/her ability to partake in major life activities, 2) has a record of disability/impairment, and 3) is regarded as being disabled/impaired.  People who are disabled or seriously injured may have a difficult time doing normal, day-to-day tasks.  For this reason, they may not be able to work and may rely on government or past employer benefits.  However, there are many people with disabilities that can work, and will try to seek employment opportunities just like everyone else.

Sadly, people with disabilities are often singled out by prospective and current employers, and face discrimination throughout every phase of the employment process.  Employers may discriminate against workers with disabilities because they believe the workers cannot do the job well, or that their disabilities will hinder their quality of work.  When employers discriminate against employees during the job application, hiring, promotion, or firing process, they are violating the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and may be subject to legal action.

Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990

According to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, employers are prohibited from “discriminating against qualified individuals with disabilities in job application procedures, hiring, firing, advancement, compensation, job training, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.”  This Act applies to all types of employers, including: private employers, state government, local government, labor unions, and employment agencies.   

Los Angeles Disability Discrimination Attorneys

After a person has been discriminated against due to his/her mental or physical disability by an employer, it is important for him/her to remember that he/she has rights and legal options.  The best thing a person can do after they have been a victim of disability discrimination is to speak with a skilled attorney who is very familiar with disability and discrimination laws, like the Los Angeles disability discrimination attorneys at Employment Lawyer's Group.  At Employment Lawyer's Group, we have helped numerous people with disabilities protect their rights and obtain successful outcomes.

If you would like to schedule a case evaluation with an experienced Los Angeles disability lawyer, please call 1-888-252-7991.