Disability Discrimination Lawyer in Los Angeles

Protecting Employees From Disability-Based Discrimination and Unfair Treatment

If you’ve been treated unfairly at work because of a disability, you may have the right to take legal action.

The Law Offices of Adam C. Rapaport represents employees across Los Angeles who are dealing with disability discrimination, failure to accommodate, and wrongful termination. We help workers understand their rights and take action when employers fail to follow disability laws.

If you believe your employer treated you unfairly because of a disability or medical condition, speaking with a disability discrimination lawyer can help you understand your options. No fees unless we win.

You Don’t Have to Accept Disability Discrimination

Employers may treat employees differently due to physical or mental health conditions, or fail to provide reasonable accommodations required by law. These actions are often disguised as performance concerns or business decisions.

You are not required to accept discrimination based on a disability.

If your treatment at work changed after disclosing a medical condition or requesting accommodations, it may be worth speaking with a disability discrimination attorney about your situation.

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Van Nuys Office:

(818) 779-3833

Common Disability Discrimination Situations

Disability discrimination can occur in many ways, especially when employers fail to accommodate or treat employees fairly.

Situations that may indicate disability discrimination include:

Being denied reasonable accommodations for a medical condition
Termination or demotion after disclosing a disability
Employer refusal to engage in the interactive process
Being treated differently after requesting medical leave
Negative performance reviews related to a disability
Harassment or comments about a physical or mental condition
Being forced out of a position instead of being accommodated

If you’re unsure whether your situation qualifies, a disability discrimination lawyer can help evaluate your case.

What Is Disability Discrimination?

Disability discrimination occurs when an employer treats an employee unfairly because of a physical or mental disability or fails to provide reasonable accommodations.

California law requires employers to accommodate employees and engage in an interactive process to determine appropriate accommodations.

Failure to Accommodate

Refusing to provide reasonable adjustments that allow an employee to perform their job.

Failure to Engage in the Interactive Process

Not working with the employee to identify appropriate accommodations.

Discriminatory Treatment

Treating an employee differently because of a disability.

Wrongful Termination

Firing an employee due to a disability or medical condition.

If your situation falls into one of these categories, you may have a legal claim.

When You May Have a Disability Discrimination Claim

You may have a case if:

Your employer refused to provide reasonable accommodations
You were terminated after disclosing a disability
Your employer ignored or denied accommodation requests
You were treated differently because of a medical condition
You experienced negative consequences after requesting leave
Your employer failed to engage in the interactive process

Every situation is different. A disability discrimination lawyer can review your case and help determine whether you may have a claim.

How a Disability Discrimination Lawyer Can Help

Disability discrimination claims can be complex and require careful legal analysis. A lawyer can help protect your rights.

Evaluate Your Case

We review your employment history and medical accommodation requests.

Explain Your Legal Options

We help you understand your rights and potential claims.

Gather Evidence

We identify documentation that may support your case.

Communicate With Employers

We handle discussions with employers and their representatives.

Pursue Compensation

Where appropriate, we pursue compensation and other remedies.

What Evidence Can Help Your Case

Many employees worry they need proof before contacting a lawyer. A consultation can help determine what may be helpful.

Examples include:

Medical documentation or accommodation requests
Emails or communications with your employer
Performance reviews or disciplinary records
HR complaints or reports
Documentation of denied accommodations

Even if you are unsure what evidence you have, a lawyer can help evaluate your situation.

Your Consultation Is Private and Confidential

Consultations are confidential and come with no obligation. Speaking with a wrongful termination lawyer does not mean you are filing a lawsuit.

It simply allows you to understand your rights and explore your options in a safe and private setting.

Why Choose the Law Offices of Adam C. Rapaport

Employees trust our firm because we focus on protecting their rights and providing personalized legal guidance.

Direct access to an experienced attorney
Personalized case strategy
Strong advocacy against employers
Clear communication throughout your case
No upfront fees for many cases
Free confidential consultation

What People Say About Us

Client Testimonials

My case was a little complex, to begin with. The case started with another attorney who did all they could possibly do for my accident case. At that point I was referred to Adam & and the team. Adam explained all my options/scenarios for my case to come to a reasonable end. If you want a smart, passionate, reasonable, classy attorney look no further than the ladies and gentlemen at Rapaport Law. Thank you, guys.

Brandon A.

Adam's dedication and expertise stood out. His knowledge of local, state, and federal law and other was impressive. Adam developed a great strategic approach that resulted in a favorable outcome for me. I felt supported and advocated for every step of the way, even during challenging moments, in which case Adam was more than happy to take the wheel which relieved so much stress and anxiety. If you're ever in legal situation, Call ADAM ASAP!

Michael Goodman

FAQs About Disability Discrimination

Q1. What qualifies as disability discrimination?

Disability discrimination occurs when an employee is treated unfairly because of a physical or mental condition or denied reasonable accommodations.

Q2. What is a reasonable accommodation?

A reasonable accommodation is a change or adjustment that allows an employee to perform their job despite a disability.

Q3. Do I need proof before contacting a lawyer?

No. A lawyer can help evaluate your situation and determine what evidence may be helpful.

Q4. How much does it cost to hire a disability discrimination lawyer?

We handle these cases on a contingency basis, so you pay no upfront fees and only pay if we recover compensation.

Q5. How long do I have to file a claim?

Deadlines vary depending on the type of claim. Speaking with a lawyer can help clarify your timeline.

Speak With a Disability Discrimination Lawyer in Los Angeles

If you believe you have been treated unfairly because of a disability, you don’t have to handle it alone.

Law Offices of Adam C. Rapaport

7116 Valjean Ave. Van Nuys, CA 91406

adam@rapaportfirm.com

(818) 779-3833

Available 24/7 & Obligation-Free

Call Us Today

Van Nuys Office:

(818) 779-3833