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    Disability Discrimination in the Workplace: Ensuring Equal Opportunity

    RichardBy RichardAugust 28, 2023No Comments3 Mins Read

    The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), enacted in 1990, is a landmark piece of legislation aimed at safeguarding the rights and ensuring equal opportunities for individuals with disabilities in the United States. What are the key provisions of the ADA, and what rights and protections do the disabled may expect from the act concerning different aspects of employment?

    #1 Non-Discrimination in hiring and promotions

    Let us start from the beginning of the recruitment process which happens to be the most prone to discrimination. Some employers don’t want to hire disabled people, having in mind the responsibility and the adjustments they will be obliged to make.

    According to ADA, and any other anti-discrimination acts around the world, employers must not discriminate against individuals with disabilities during the hiring process or when considering promotions.

    It’s crucial to remember the ADA prohibits inquiries about an applicant’s disability status before a job offer is made, ensuring that hiring decisions are based on qualifications and merit rather than disability-related factors.

    When faced with uncertainty about actions considered as discrimination or if a disabled employee believes they encountered discrimination, seeking advice from an employment lawyer is advisable. These legal professionals can provide their expertise on the matter and guide individuals through their rights and potential courses of action.

    #2 Reasonable accommodations

    After hiring a disabled employee, employers are, under the ADA, obligated to provide reasonable accommodation to enable them to perform essential job functions. These accommodations may include modifications to the workplace, job duties, or work schedules, as long as they do not impose too much modification and renovation on the employer.

    It’s really important to provide reasonable accommodations to ensure that these employees have an equal chance to compete for and excel in employment opportunities.

    #3  Accessibility requirements

    It seems quite obvious that when hiring a disabled employee some accessibility modifications are required. The ADA obliges employers to make their workplaces accessible to individuals with disabilities, such as removing physical barriers that might hinder access and redesigning facilities, for example, restrooms and meeting rooms to accommodate people with diverse abilities.

    The ADA focuses also on digital space accessibility, adjusting websites and online resources for the needs of disabled people, and providing them with access to information and services.

    #4 Fighting with stereotypes

    Apart from focusing on physical infrastructure, the ADA seeks to challenge stereotypes about employees with disabilities. The act prohibits employers to make assumptions about an individual’s capabilities exclusively based on their disability, instead of evaluating their actual job performance.

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