Most of our readers in Minnesota know that the Americans with Disability Act is a federal law that protects workers from being subjected to discrimination it the workplace based on a physical or mental disability. But, despite the fact that this law was enacted 27...
Disability Discrimination
Workers do not have to put up with disability discrimination
On Behalf of John A. Klassen, P.A. | Sep 23, 2016 | Disability Discrimination
Many workers in Minnesota with disabilities are still able to perform a wide variety of jobs. They should not be discriminated against, be denied work opportunities or denied work altogether, just because they have a disability. Unfortunately, instances of...
Understanding reasonable accommodations and undue hardship
On Behalf of John A. Klassen, P.A. | Sep 7, 2016 | Disability Discrimination
As discussed on this blog before, according to the Americans with Disabilities Act, employers cannot discriminate against disabled workers in Minneapolis or anywhere else. It also requires employers to provide disabled workers with reasonable accommodations, either in...
When does a medical exam constitute disability discrimination?
On Behalf of John A. Klassen, P.A. | Jul 29, 2016 | Disability Discrimination
Sometimes, whether it is during a job interview, after a job offer or during the course of employment, an employer in Minnesota may request that an employee undergo a medical exam. However, there are a number of circumstances in which requesting a medical exam could...
Minnesota disability discrimination suit can move forward
On Behalf of John A. Klassen, P.A. | Jul 27, 2016 | Disability Discrimination
Many people in Minnesota, despite having a disability, are able to hold down a job to support themselves, with the right help. Unfortunately, many disabled workers still face discrimination in the workplace simply due to the fact that they are disabled. In what may be...
What are reasonable accommodations in the workplace?
On Behalf of John A. Klassen, P.A. | Jul 13, 2016 | Disability Discrimination
This Minneapolis employment law blog has previously discussed the Americans with Disabilities Act, also known as the ADA. A person who suffers from a physical or mental disability may request that his employer provide him with a reasonable accommodation so that he may...
What happens if the ADA Association Provision is violated?
On Behalf of John A. Klassen, P.A. | Jun 17, 2016 | Disability Discrimination
Workers in Minnesota may have a basic understanding of the Americans with Disabilities Act, which prohibits discrimination against a disabled employee in any aspect of employment. What they may not know is, however, that the ADA also prohibits discrimination against...
New Minnesota law may affect ADA claims
On Behalf of John A. Klassen, P.A. | Jun 5, 2016 | Disability Discrimination
Change is an inevitable part of life for Minnesota residents. Families, jobs and other personal circumstances frequently change over time, which can have major repercussions in a person's life.Outside events also change frequently, which can impact individuals' lives....
When does harassment constitute disability discrimination?
On Behalf of John A. Klassen, P.A. | May 7, 2016 | Disability Discrimination
Many individuals with disabilities do not let their medical condition impair their lives. They are still perfectly capable of working and supporting themselves independently. The Americans with Disabilities Act protects disabled employees or applicants from workplace...
Take action against workplace disability discrimination
On Behalf of John A. Klassen, P.A. | Apr 28, 2016 | Disability Discrimination
Living with a disability can present daily challenges. However, many of those in Minnesota with disabilities are able to persevere, not allowing their condition from preventing them from living a full and happy life. For many of these individuals, this includes...
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