Living with an invisible disability presents unique workplace challenges. When others can’t “see” your condition, getting the accommodations you need often involves additional hurdles. This guide examines how invisible disabilities are frequently overlooked and provides practical strategies to secure your legal right to workplace accommodations. Disclaimer: This article provides general
Are you an LGBTQ+ employee worried about workplace discrimination? Good news – federal law is on your side. In this guide, we’ll break down exactly how Title VII protects you, what to do if you face discrimination, and how recent Supreme Court decisions have strengthened your rights at work. Disclaimer:
Living in the 21st century, we expect to see more forward-thinking. And while great strides have been made toward equality – especially concerning gender roles – instances still exist where women are treated unfavorably compared to men. Often, they miss out on benefits or opportunities afforded to their male counterparts.
There are a number of laws on the books designed to protect New Yorkers from disability discrimination. One such law is the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The Act specifically prohibits a federal agency, federal contractor, or any organization receiving financial assistance from the federal government from discriminating against an employee or
When it comes to disability discrimination, it is important to understand that not every physical or mental limitation a person may have actually qualifies as a “disability” under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other civil rights laws. The ADA actually defines a disability as an impairment “that substantially limits
Article 78 proceedings allow public employees in New York to challenge disciplinary or termination decisions made by their employer. A public employee must typically go through an administrative review process first. But if the employee is not satisfied with the outcome, he or she may initiate an Article 78 proceeding in
There are many elements to a disability discrimination claim. One of the most critical elements is that the victim must prove that he or she “suffered an adverse employment action” because of a disability. An adverse action includes being fired from a given job. Judge: Failure to Consult “Job Coach” was Not
Disability discrimination occurs whenever an employee is the victim of an “adverse employment action” related to his or her impairment. An adverse action is not limited to cases in which the employee is hired, or even when a job applicant is not hired. If a manager transfers an employee to
All New York employers must be mindful of their legal duty to avoid engaging in any acts that may qualify as disability or pregnancy discrimination. Not only can the affected employees sue the employer privately for monetary damages, but government regulators charged with enforcing employment laws can take separate action, which may result
If you have been the target of employment discrimination in New York City, you may be able to seek relief under a number of federal, state, and local laws, but you must be careful in deciding how to pursue your case. Different laws cover different types of illegal conduct, and if you
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