Category Archives: Disabilities in Workplace

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) stands as one of the most essential pieces of legislation aimed at protecting the rights of individuals with disabilities. For many employees, understanding their rights under this law is crucial, especially when it comes to requesting accommodations in the workplace. But what happens if your disability accommodation request is […]

If you have recently been denied a promotion because of a disability, it’s understandable to feel frustrated, confused, and unsure about the next steps. It’s important to recognize that in Texas, as well as in other parts of the United States, it is illegal for an employer to discriminate against an employee based on their […]

Receiving a diagnosis for a medical condition can be overwhelming on its own. But when that diagnosis is followed by being fired, it raises an even more difficult question—was it because of your condition? Many individuals in this situation wonder if they’ve fallen victim to disability discrimination. Disability discrimination is illegal in many cases, and […]

Disability discrimination happens when a person with a disability is treated unfairly at work just because of that disability. This includes being fired, not being hired, being denied a promotion, or not being given the help needed to do a job. In Texas, this type of unfair treatment is against the law. Both federal and […]

In Texas, people who have disabilities are protected by law. This means that if a person has a physical or mental condition that makes it hard to do daily tasks, they should not be treated unfairly at work. This includes being denied a job, being paid less, not getting promotions, or being fired just because […]

Disability discrimination in Texas workplaces means treating someone unfairly because they have a physical or mental condition. This can happen when a person is not hired, paid less, treated poorly, or even fired because of their disability. In Texas, just like in the rest of the country, the law says that people with disabilities have […]

People with disabilities have the right to work in safe, fair places. In Texas, the law works to make sure they are treated with respect. This law is called the Texas Labor Code. It has rules that protect workers who have physical or mental challenges. These rules make sure no one is left out just […]

In El Paso, Texas, fostering an inclusive workplace environment involves understanding and adhering to legal requirements that ensure equal opportunities for individuals with disabilities. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a landmark legislation that prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities and mandates employers to provide reasonable accommodations. On this page, we will explore the […]