Disabled individuals often are able to live normal and fulfilling lives, including working in various types of employment. In fact, your condition does not affect your ability to do your job well and contribute to your team. Despite this, you may still experience some...
Floridians who have been negatively impacted due to violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) should be aware of what steps to take to recover compensation. This happens across the nation and protects those whose disability is pregnancy-related. A recent...
Employers in Florida and other states are generally barred from discriminating against workers who are qualified for a position despite their disabilities. The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, or ADA, also prohibits discrimination during the hiring process....
Most employers in Florida and throughout the country are required to make reasonable accommodations for disabled employees. Walmart recently agreed to pay $80,000 and make other changes to its policies to settle a discrimination suit filed by the Equal Employment...
Florida advocates for disabled people have reason to be encouraged after a jury sided with a disabled man who sued Walmart for terminating his employment because of his disabilities. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission filed a suit against the company on his...
The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 makes it illegal for most employers to discriminate against qualified workers who are disabled. Furthermore, it is also illegal for employers to retaliate against a person for taking action to defend their rights under the...
Florida fans of the TV show "The Simpsons" might be interested in learning that Alf Clausen, the show's former longtime composer, has filed a lawsuit against Twentieth Century Fox, Disney and Gracie Films, alleging age and disability discrimination. He was fired from...
Employers in Florida must make reasonable accommodations for individuals who have conditions that are covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act. In some cases, this means that the employer must allow the employee to telecommute. The ADA applies to private...
Having a disability should not limit your right to work in a fair environment. The Americans with Disabilities Act protects employees with disabilities from discrimination. It also requires employers to make reasonable accommodations.Unfortunately, you may still...
Roughly 30% of all employees who have a college education have a disability according to the Center for Talent Innovation. However, only 3.2% of workers actually identify themselves as disabled according to a study from the National Organization on Disability. Many...
