Are you facing a possible wrongful termination? Are you worried that your disability has gotten in the way of your career? Is that even legal?
As a person with a disability, you have a lot of legal protections, and if you’re worried that you’ve been taken advantage of, you may have a wrongful termination case.
If you’re unsure, here are some tips to help you out including some wrongful termination examples in the area of disability law that can help you decide if your employer made a big mistake. Keep reading for more information.
Fired After Revealing Disability
This one probably seems obvious, but let’s talk about it.
You’re not required to reveal a disability to an employer. They may ask and you may fill out a voluntary disclosure form. They may even ask about specific aspects of the job and whether or not you’ll be able to complete them (with or without reasonable accommodations).
For example, if you have a disability that prevents you from lifting heavy objects, they may ask if this is something that you can do.
Some people discover (or experience) disabilities later in life. If you’re established in your career, and an employer fires you conveniently after your disability is revealed (even if they claim other reasoning), this is likely wrongful termination. [Read more…] about Wrongful Termination: Can You Get Fired for Being Disabled?