Experienced Disability Accommodation Lawyers Serving Woodland Hills, CA
How Is Disability Discrimination Defined?
Disability discrimination is when someone is treated unfairly or denied opportunities because of their disability. It can happen in the workplace, housing, schools or public spaces. Luckily the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is on your side.
This federal law prohibits discrimination and requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations so you can work without obstacles.
Accommodations aren’t “special treatment”—they’re your right. If you’ve faced barriers or discrimination it’s time to take action. It could be a medical condition, gender expression, wrongful termination, national origin, multiple sclerosis, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other physical condition or type of workplace discrimination.
How We Can Help You
At Winer, Burritt & Scott, LLP we know disability discrimination cases backwards and forwards. We will hold employers and other responsible parties accountable. The mission of our Woodland Hills disability discrimination lawyer isn’t just to get financial relief—it’s to get systemic change that makes workplaces and communities more inclusive.
Our law firm will:
- Investigate Your Claim: We’ll dig up the evidence and get to the truth.
- Develop a Customized Plan: Your case is one of a kind so is our approach.
- Guide You Through the Process: From filing complaints to negotiating settlements or going to court we’ll be with you every step of the way.
Federal and state laws provide important protections against workplace discrimination so employees with disabilities can be treated fairly. In California, the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) often provides broader protections than the federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and covers more scenarios and has more safeguards. To understand how these laws apply to your situation consult with an experienced lawyer.
Justice and Relief For Disabilities
Several forms of relief may be available to you if you have not been accommodated for your disability. This includes compensation for lost wages and benefits to address the financial harm caused, as well as damages for emotional distress, acknowledging the personal harm you’ve endured. Beyond your individual case, pursuing justice can also drive systemic change, such as advocating for new workplace policies and training programs to prevent future discrimination and foster a more equitable environment. A Woodland Hills disability accommodation lawyer will help you every step of the way.
Disability Discrimination Isn’t Always Obvious
Disability discrimination doesn’t always look like disability discrimination. It can take many forms including:
- Not hiring or promoting you because of your disability.
- Firing or demoting you because of your disability.
- Refusing to provide you with reasonable accommodations so you can do your job.
- Harassing you or creating a hostile work environment.
- Retaliating against you for asking for accommodations or filing a complaint.
If any of these sound like you it’s time to contact a Woodland Hills disability discrimination lawyer.
Equal Opportunity for All
Whether your disability is lifelong or recently acquired you have the same opportunities as everyone else. Unfortunately, some employers still engage in discriminatory practices and ignore federal and state laws that protect people with disabilities.
At Winer, Burritt & Scott, LLP we believe in people with disabilities. The ADA and other laws exist to treat you fairly and we’ll make sure those laws are enforced.
Your Have A Right to Reasonable Accommodations By Law
If you have a qualified disability, the law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to help you perform your job. Examples of such accommodations include physical modifications, such as ramps, widened doorways, or rearranged workspaces, and job restructuring, which involves adjusting tasks or roles to meet your needs. Flexible schedules, such as modified hours or reduced shifts, and unpaid leave for medical appointments or treatments are also common accommodations. Additionally, assistive tools, such as specialized equipment or technology, may be provided to support your work.
Employers must go through an interactive process with you to determine the accommodations. If they haven’t done so you may have a discrimination claim.
Why Hire a Woodland Hills Disability Discrimination Lawyer?
Facing disability discrimination can be daunting but you don’t have to do it alone. At Winer, Burritt & Scott, LLP we’ll listen, guide and advocate for you every step of the way. Together we’ll get justice for you and fight for a more equal world for all.
Don’t let discrimination hold you back. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and take the first step toward justice.