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If you have been treated unfairly at work because of a physical or mental impairment, you do not have to face it alone. Puff Sierzega & MacFeeters represents Gloucester County employees facing disability discrimination. Disability discrimination often overlaps with broader disputes, and our labor and employment law attorneys bring that full range of experience to every case.
What Counts as Disability Discrimination
Both the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and New Jersey’s Law Against Discrimination(NJLAD) protect employees from unfair treatment because of a disability. These protections extend well beyond termination and can include:
- Denying a reasonable accommodation needed to perform the job
- Passing over a qualified worker for hire or promotion
- Reducing hours or duties after a medical condition is disclosed
- Harassing or excluding an employee because of a disability
- Retaliating against a worker who requests accommodations
New Jersey’s law is broader than federal law in several respects, covering smaller employers and offering additional remedies for employees who have been wronged.
Reasonable Accommodations Are Often the Core Issue
Many disability discrimination disputes center on whether an employer provided a reasonable accommodation. Employers generally must provide reasonable accommodations, which may include modified schedules, assistive equipment, or remote work arrangements, unless doing so would create an undue hardship for the business.
Whether a request is reasonable or a hardship is undue depends heavily on the specific job and employer, so these disputes rarely have a straightforward answer without legal review. In some cases, a disability discrimination claim also intersects with a workers’ compensation claim, particularly when an on-the-job injury leads to a lasting impairment that the employer refuses to accommodate.
Filing Deadlines Matter
Disability discrimination claims are subject to strict filing timeframes, whether through the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the New Jersey Division on Civil Rights, or directly in court. Missing a deadline can permanently bar an otherwise valid claim, so employees should speak with an attorney as soon as they suspect discrimination, rather than waiting until the situation escalates. Preparing your claim can take time, so give your attorney time to do the job.
Why Choose Puff Sierzega & MacFeeters
Our attorneys have represented Gloucester County employees for decades and understand the local employers, courts, and procedures involved in these cases. We take time to review each situation, gather supporting documentation, and pursue the remedies available under federal and New Jersey law. From documenting accommodation requests to preparing a formal complaint, we guide clients through every stage of the process with clear communication.
Contact a Gloucester County Disability Discrimination Attorney
If you believe you have been discriminated against at work because of a disability, Puff Sierzega & MacFeeters Law Offices is ready to help. Our team will listen to your situation, explain your options, and fight to hold your employer accountable. Call 856-845-0011 or message us through our website to discuss your case with an experienced Gloucester County disability discrimination lawyer.