Disability Discrimination and Your Workplace Rights in Mullica Township, NJ
Employees in Mullica Township, NJ are protected under federal and state laws from discrimination based on disability. If your employer has treated you unfairly because of a physical or mental condition, you may have legal recourse.
Federal Disability Protections
The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) covers employers with 15 or more employees. Under the ADA, it is illegal to:
- Discriminate against employees or job applicants due to a disability or history of disability.
- Treat someone unfairly because they are perceived to have a disability.
- Take adverse action based on an employee’s relationship with someone who has a disability.
A disability is defined as a condition that substantially limits a major life activity, a history of such a condition, or being regarded as having a disability. Employers must provide reasonable accommodations unless it causes undue hardship.
New Jersey Disability Discrimination Law
The New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (NJ LAD) protects employees at every stage of employment, from hiring and promotions to assignments and layoffs. Employers cannot make employment decisions based on disability rather than qualifications.
NJ LAD defines disability as:
- Physical disabilities, injuries, or conditions resulting from illness, birth defects, or accidents.
- Mental or psychological conditions that impair bodily or mental functions.
The law protects current, past, perceived, and future disabilities. Employers must provide reasonable accommodations and cannot use disability as a factor in layoffs or other employment actions.
Disability Harassment in the Workplace
Harassment based on disability is prohibited under federal and state law. Employers must prevent and address harassment at all stages of employment, whether it comes from supervisors, coworkers, or clients.
Legal Support for Disability Discrimination in Mullica Township
Castronovo & McKinney, LLC represents employees in Mullica Township, NJ who have faced disability discrimination. Our attorneys handle litigation and negotiations, protecting your rights under both federal and state laws.
If you believe your employer has discriminated against you due to a disability, contact us to review your legal options. We advocate for employees across Mullica Township and throughout New Jersey.