Tag Archives: Disability Discrimination
Can I Be Fired From My Job For Any Reason?
Many California employers believe that they can fire an “at-will” employee for any reason. This belief is far from the truth. California employers need to be aware that there exists a plethora of exceptions to the general rule regarding “at-will” employment. What is “at-will” employment? The term “at-will” employment generally means that an employer… Read More »
Are You at Risk of Facing a Disability Discrimination Lawsuit?
The term “disability” as it applies to employees in the American workforce, is a broad one, and can include a number of impairments and conditions. For instance, according to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the term disability would include everything from deafness, blindness, and missing limbs, to learning disabilities. That includes a wide spectrum… Read More »
How to Prevent Disability Discrimination in Your Workplace?
Disability discrimination and other related issues are covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act. As an employer, you are prohibited from discriminating against a disabled employee in all issues. For example, disabled employees cannot be refused a position at their company, purely because of their disability if they are otherwise able to perform the… Read More »
