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Redwood City Disability Discrimination Attorney

In a perfect world, every worker would receive fair treatment on the job. Unfortunately, that is not always the case, especially for workers with disabilities. When unfair actions in the workplace violate employment laws, they often result in harassment and discrimination. Employees in these situations should contact a Redwood City disability discrimination attorney as soon as possible.

Many disabled workers are unaware of their legal rights and aren’t sure if the unfair treatment they experience is actually illegal. Usually, however, they know that something feels off. For others, the harassment or discrimination they are experiencing is crystal clear. In either case, we encourage you to contact the Law Office of Jeannette A. Vaccaro. We’ll explain your rights and detail your options.

Disability Discrimination in Employment Situations

People with disabilities may experience workplace discrimination in several ways, such as:

  • Treatment that is different than other employees in the same situation, including during the hiring process
  • Denying an employee a promotion or opportunity based on a disability
  • A refusal to make reasonable accommodations based on a worker’s condition
  • Harassment related to a worker’s disability, including their need for medical leave or reasonable accommodations

This is by no means a comprehensive list of disability discrimination scenarios that can occur in the workplace. Our Redwood City disability discrimination attorney knows that every situation is unique and can work to understand each case’s specific circumstances.

What to Do If You’re Facing Disability Discrimination at Work

Several state and federal laws protect disabled workers from discriminatory practices. Employees or job applicants who experience harassment or discrimination may be able to file an employment discrimination lawsuit. 

However, before filing a lawsuit, several important steps are often necessary, including:

  1. Talk to the employer: If appropriate, talk to a supervisor about the discriminatory behavior. If court proceedings occur, it will be important to show a record of steps taken to pursue a direct resolution with the employer. 
  2. File a complaint with the human resources department: If the discriminating behavior continues or remains unresolved, ask an HR specialist if they have a process for filing a complaint. If they don’t, submit a written report outlining the behavior and always make photocopies of the paperwork.
    Filing a complaint puts the company on notice. It provides proof they are aware of the problem. Any inaction or inappropriate handling of the complaint can lay the groundwork for damages in a trial.
  3. File a complaint with a government agency: Under the law, workers must file a complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) before pursuing a lawsuit. Failure to report a complaint to the proper agency may result in the court dismissing the case. The objective of this requirement is to exhaust all avenues for a resolution before taking legal action.

Contact a Redwood City Disability Discrimination Attorney

Even when the measures above are taken, it may be necessary to hire a skilled Redwood City disability discrimination attorney. At the Law Office of Jeannette A. Vaccaro, our team is experienced in fighting against harassment and discrimination in all of its forms. Legal time limits are a factor, so don’t delay – contact the Law Office of Jeannette A. Vaccaro today for your initial consultation.

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Think You May Have A Case?

Jeannette is passionate about employee rights. She fights to shed light on injustices and to help her clients move beyond troubling times. Contact Jeannette today for a free case evaluation.

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