Disability Discrimination And Accommodation

From an employment law standpoint, being "disabled" can mean much more than a physical limitation like chronic back pain or multiple sclerosis. A serious, potentially fatal illness that requires intensive treatment with many possible side effects can also affect your...

There are many laws in place that could protect your rights as a disabled person. You probably also have some protection from the policies of your company. These rules generally apply to the workplace environment, the hiring process and many other aspects of...

If you struggle with a disability, it is pivotal to have a clear understanding of your rights in the workplace. Discrimination, harassment, failure to provide accommodations you need and other forms of mistreatment could make your job very difficult or result in...

Finding and retaining a job has unique challenges when you have disabilities. However, your condition should not prevent you from finding meaningful work and receiving fair and professional treatment in the workplace. Your disability should never be an excuse for your...

Living with addiction is challenging, especially when it comes to finding and keeping a job. Substance use can make it difficult to perform work-related tasks, and treatment can require you to take time off work. If you have an addiction, you should understand the...

Diabetes is a condition that affects the way your body metabolizes sugar. It requires management with a strict diet and sometimes insulin or other medications. By law, your boss must make reasonable accommodations for you to manage your condition. WebMD offers some...

You may know that your employer has to provide accommodations for disabilities. However, impairment can take many different forms. You should understand how Washington State defines a disability so you can determine if you have a qualifying condition. Washington's...

Perhaps you have a disability and use a wheelchair, which requires extra space in certain instances. You are just starting a new job in the bookkeeping department of a local retailer. Your employer must provide you with reasonable accommodation under the ADA. What...