Reasonable Accommodation
The Americans with Disabilities Act was a landmark piece of legislation, securing job opportunities for disabled individuals while prohibiting discriminatory practices. However, federal employees had already been protected from disability discrimination for years before the ADA was passed, under section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. One of the most important components of this act was the guarantee of reasonable workplace accommodations for disabled employees.
If you or someone you know is a federal employee who is disabled and has been denied reasonable accommodation, an experienced legal professional can help you fight for the fair treatment you deserve. Contact the federal disability attorneys of the Vaughn Law Firm today at 877-615-9495 to learn more about your rights as a disabled individual under the law.
Examples of Reasonable Accommodation
Reasonable accommodation is a term referring to the practice of making adjustments to work activities or duties in order to make a job accessible to handicapped individuals. Examples of common types of reasonable accommodation include:
- Adjusting work schedules
- Making the work environment handicap accessible
- Changing the job application process
- Job restructuring
- Providing readers or interpreters
These are just a few examples of the many different ways an employer may be required to accommodate the needs of a disabled employee or potential employee.
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If you are a federal employee who has been denied a reasonable accommodation for your disability, we are here to help. Contact the federal employment lawyers of the Vaughn Law Firm today at 877-615-9495 to discuss your situation with an experienced legal advocate and learn more about what you can do to receive the treatment you deserve.
