Maryland Disability Discrimination Lawyer
Are you being mistreated at work because you have a disability? If so, you can file a claim to attempt to remedy this difficult situation. Reach out to a disability discrimination attorney in Maryland to begin the claims process and seek justice.
Having a disability can make life harder in some ways, but it shouldn’t make your work environment feel hostile, unsafe, or uncomfortable. The law protects disabled employees against discrimination in the workplace, so you should speak up if you ever feel deprived of your rights. Filing a claim against your employer can provide you with a remedy to your mistreatment and prevent mistreatment in the future.
At Snider & Associates, LLC, we’ve supported many clients in their fight for justice against workplace discrimination. A Maryland disability discrimination lawyer from our team can guide you through the claims process and escalate your claim to a lawsuit if needed. It’s important for Maryland employers to provide safe and accessible work environments, and our firm strives to bring equality to all.
Laws against Disability Discrimination in Maryland
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) outlaws discrimination against qualified individuals with disabilities by federal and private employers, labor unions, state and local governments, and government agencies. Disability discrimination in the workplace is illegal in hiring, firing, advancement, compensation, job training, and any other terms, conditions, or privileges of employment.
Maryland’s state law also protects employees against disability discrimination at work and makes it illegal to discriminate based on race, sex, color, age, religion, marital status, ancestry or national origin, genetic identity, gender identity, sexual orientation, or genetic information.
Examples of Discrimination against Disabled Individuals in the Workplace
Discrimination against disabled individuals can occur in various ways, and it’s not always easy to identify. An employer can legally deny a disabled individual employment if another candidate is more qualified; however, if the disabled candidate is more qualified and the employer denies them employment, then disability discrimination may be at play.
Disability discrimination can happen in the workplace when an employer withholds promotions, benefits, or pay raises from a disabled employee without a justified reason for doing so. An employer may also wrongfully terminate a disabled employee because of their disability or fail to provide accessible accommodations for the employee.
Steps for Filing a Maryland Disability Discrimination Complaint
To file a disability discrimination complaint in Maryland, you can contact the Maryland Commission on Civil Rights (MCCR) or the federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). Regardless of where you file your complaint, the agencies will likely cross-file with one another. Once you file your complaint, the agency you choose will investigate to determine whether discrimination has occurred.
If the agency finds that your employer has discriminated against you because of your disability, they will work to provide a remedy. You can appeal the agency’s decision if you don’t agree with them. You can also file a lawsuit at various points in the claims process.
Consult a Maryland Disability Discrimination Attorney
Everyone deserves the right to safe and accessible employment. If you need help with your claim, reach out to a Maryland disability discrimination lawyer from Snider & Associates, LLC. You can fill out the form below or call 410-653-9060 to schedule a consultation.