Experienced Disability Accommodation Lawyers Serving Palo Alto, CA
What Is Disability Discrimination?
Disability discrimination occurs when someone is treated unfairly or denied opportunities because of their disability. It happens in workplaces, housing, schools, or public spaces. Fortunately, 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 perform your job effectively and without unnecessary stress.
Reasonable accommodations aren’t charity—they’re your legal right. If you’ve encountered a barrier, whether physical or procedural, it’s time to take action.
Comprehensive Legal Support for Disability Discrimination Cases
At Winer, Burritt & Scott, LLP, we know disability discrimination inside and out. Our team will build a strong case to hold employers or other responsible parties accountable. This is about more than financial compensation—it’s about justice and systemic change.
Here’s how a Palo Alto Disability Discrimination Lawyer works with you:
- Investigate Your Situation: We’ll dig into the facts to uncover evidence and ensure no stone is left unturned.
- Develop a Strategy: No cookie-cutter plans here. We craft a legal approach tailored to your case.
- Guide You Through Every Step: From filing complaints to negotiating settlements—or going to court—we’ll be with you all the way.
What Justice Looks Like
If you’ve experienced disability discrimination, you may be entitled to:
- Lost Wages and Benefits: Compensation for the financial harm you’ve suffered.
- Emotional Distress Damages: Recognizing the toll discrimination can take on your well-being.
- Systemic Change: Beyond financial remedies, we fight for improvements like new workplace policies or mandatory anti-discrimination training.
Recognizing Disability Discrimination
Disability discrimination can take many forms, making recognition the crucial first step toward addressing it. Common examples include refusing to hire or promote an individual because of their disability, demoting or firing someone for reasons related to their condition, or denying reasonable accommodations that would enable them to perform their job. Other forms of discrimination include harassment or creating a hostile work environment and retaliating against employees for requesting accommodations or filing complaints. Identifying these actions is essential in holding employers accountable and advocating for fair treatment.
Sound familiar? If so, it’s time to speak up. Disability discrimination isn’t just wrong—it’s illegal.
Equal Opportunities for Everyone
Whether your disability is lifelong or recently acquired, you have the right to equal opportunities in every area of life, especially in the workplace. Sadly, some employers still engage in discriminatory practices, ignoring federal and state laws that explicitly protect people with disabilities.
At Winer, Burritt & Scott, LLP, we believe in leveling the playing field. You shouldn’t have to choose between your rights and your job. The ADA and other laws demand fair treatment, and we’ll ensure you get it.
Your Right to Reasonable Accommodations
If you have a qualified disability, your employer is required to provide accommodations that enable you to perform your job. Here are some examples:
- Physical Modifications: Installing ramps, widening doorways, or rearranging workspaces.
- Job Restructuring: Adjusting tasks to meet your needs.
- Flexible Schedules: Allowing modified hours or reduced shifts.
- Unpaid Leave: Time off for medical appointments or treatments.
- Assistive Technology: Providing specialized tools or equipment.
Employers are also required to engage in an interactive process to determine accommodations. If your employer has refused to do so, you may have grounds for a discrimination claim.
Why Choose A Palo Alto Disability Discrimination Lawyer?
We understand that confronting discrimination can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to go through it alone. At Winer, Burritt & Scott, LLP, we listen to your story, fight for your rights, and guide you every step of the way. Together, we’ll demand justice for you—and work to create a more inclusive future for everyone.
Ready to take the first step? Contact us today to schedule a consultation. Let’s turn your fight into action.