Discrimination in the workplace occurs when an employer treats one employee differently than another due to factors such as race, religion or disability. The workforce has come a long way in recognizing people with disabilities and providing them with reasonable...
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Disability Discrimination And Accommodation
Going over examples of disabilities
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...
Do disability discrimination laws apply to addiction?
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...
Your disability, the ADA and reasonable accommodation
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...
Disability discrimination: making reasonable accommodations
People with disabilities bring as much to the workforce as those without disabilities. To perform job tasks efficiently, some workers may need minor adjustments to their work areas or how they perform duties. Under some circumstances, failing to make reasonable...