Experienced Disability Accommodation Lawyers Serving San Francisco, CA
What is Disability Discrimination or Accommodation?
Disability discrimination is when someone is mistreated or denied opportunities because of their disability. This can happen in the workplace, housing, schools or public spaces. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) makes it illegal to discriminate against people with disabilities and requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations so they can do their jobs peacefully and efficiently.
Types of Disability Discrimination
Discrimination can show up in many ways:
- Not hiring or promoting someone because of their disability
- Firing or demoting an employee because of a disability
- Not providing accommodations
- Harassment or creating a hostile work environment
- Retaliating against someone for requesting accommodations or filing a complaint
If you’ve experienced any of these, call us today to talk to a San Francisco disability accommodation attorney. We can help you understand your rights and what to do.
How We Protect You
At Winer, Burritt & Scott, LLP our attorneys are dedicated to enforcing the rights already established by the laws for these disabilities. A San Francisco disability discrimination attorney knows the disability discrimination laws and how to build strong cases to hold employers and others accountable. You shouldn’t have to suffer because you can’t control a disability.
When we work with you we will:
- Investigate your situation
- Gather evidence to support your case
- Develop a customized legal plan
- Guide you through the entire process from filing a complaint to negotiating settlements or going to court if necessary
Whether you’ve had a disability your whole life or acquired one recently, we believe you should have the same employment opportunities as anyone able-bodied. Unfortunately, some employers still mistreat employees with disabilities, treating them differently than able-bodied workers. That’s not only wrong – it’s illegal.
Your Right to Disability Accommodations
If you have a qualifying disability you have the right to accommodations in the workplace. Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other laws, employers must take reasonable steps to ensure people with disabilities can do their jobs.
Examples of accommodations:
- Physical changes to the workplace: Installing ramps, widening doorways or rearranging cubicles to make them more accessible.
- Job restructuring: Adjusting tasks to accommodate physical or mental limitations.
- Unpaid leave: Time off for medical appointments, treatments or therapy sessions.
- Modified schedule: Flexible hours or reduced shifts to accommodate medical needs.
- Specialized equipment: Tools or technology to help you do your job.
Employers must engage in an interactive process with you to determine what accommodations are needed and possible. If your employer has denied your request for accommodations or failed to meet their obligations, you may have a disability discrimination claim.
At Winer, Burritt & Scott, LLP we believe people with disabilities should be able to work and keep working. Federal and state laws including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) make it clear: employers can’t discriminate against individuals because of their disability. These laws also require employers to provide accommodations so employees with disabilities can do their job.
Compensation and Justice With A Disability Accommodation Attorney
If you’ve been mistreated you may be entitled to:
- lost wages
- benefits,
- and emotional distress.
We will work to get you the compensation you deserve and make those responsible accountable.
Beyond monetary compensation, our San Francisco disability accommodation lawyer will also push for changes, like new policies, training programs, and other measures to prevent discrimination and promote inclusivity for people with disabilities.
Contact our San Francisco Disability Discrimination Attorney Now!
Being faced with disability discrimination can be overwhelming but you don’t have to go through it alone. At Winer, Burritt & Scott, LLP we’ll listen to your story, guide you, and fight for you every step of the way. Call us today to schedule a consultation and get started.