All employees have the right to be treated with equality and dignity while at work. Federal and state laws prohibit employers from treating their workers differently because of certain characteristics, including any physical or mental impairments that have no effect on job performance. Unfortunately, stories of unfair conduct and hostile environments are still common.
If you believe that your boss has treated you poorly because of your condition, speak to a Los Angeles disability discrimination lawyer at Erkel Law, P.C. to learn about your legal options. A workplace discrimination attorney can help you navigate the process of seeking remedies for your situation and holding your employer accountable for their misconduct.
There are a variety of actions that can be considered discriminatory, and some are more obvious than others. Under the federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), employers are required to provide reasonable accommodations for employees with a physical or mental disability. The most common form of disability discrimination is failing to accommodate an employee, such as refusing to install a wheelchair ramp.
Other examples include:
Unlawful termination can also happen when the disabled employee quits their job because of the consistent unfair treatment they receive either from coworkers or their boss. Disabled employees who have experienced any of these discriminatory behaviors in Los Angeles should seek the advice of an attorney at Erkel Law, P.C.
One of the biggest challenges in these cases is proving misconduct. It is very rare for employers to outright say that they are purposefully treating an employee differently because of their condition. Instead, it typically occurs in small but repeated patterns of behavior, such as constantly losing out on a promotion or a training opportunity in favor of someone else with less experience.
Employees in Los Angeles who believe they have been discriminated against because of their condition should document these incidents and provide them to their attorney. A skilled lawyer at Erkel Law, P.C. can effectively present this evidence to the judge to demonstrate a hostile work environment.
The purpose of a claim is to put the victim in the same, or reasonably close, position that they would have been in if the misconduct had not occurred. In that sense, the exact types of relief available depend on what happened and the effect it had on the victim.
For instance, if an employee was unlawfully terminated from their job because of their impairment, they could recover back pay for the time they spent out of a job. They could also receive compensation for the out-of-pocket expenses such as legal fees, court costs, and medical expenses.
Every situation is different, and it is hard to determine what will be available without first reviewing the facts. Anyone in Los Angeles who has experienced discriminatory treatment because of their disability should consult with a lawyer to learn how to recover damages in their case.
You deserve to be treated with respect by your coworkers and your boss at your job. If you feel as though you have not been, contact Erkel Law, P.C. and tell your story to a Los Angeles disability discrimination lawyer.
An attorney can provide advice on your possible remedies and advocate for your interests. Call today and schedule an initial case evaluation.
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