Disability Discrimination: PTSD
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Discrimination Law Solution
Ellen's situation is an example of "perceived disability discrimination." She had an underlying condition that did not substantially affect her life activities, as it was controlled by medication, but her employer believed that it did, and held this against her.
We reviewed the facts of the entire relationship, and concluded that she not only had a disability discrimination claim, but also that her termination could have been in retaliation for taking protected sick time under Massachusetts law, and that she had likely been misclassified as an independent contractor.
We drafted a demand letter for Ellen, and entered into negotiations with her former employer that resulted in a favorable settlement for her.
We reviewed the facts of the entire relationship, and concluded that she not only had a disability discrimination claim, but also that her termination could have been in retaliation for taking protected sick time under Massachusetts law, and that she had likely been misclassified as an independent contractor.
We drafted a demand letter for Ellen, and entered into negotiations with her former employer that resulted in a favorable settlement for her.
Postscript
Ellen's situation is an example of how multiple things can go wrong at the same time. Her original complaint was about the degrading treatment she received with respect to her mental health condition, but the employer's violations of Massachusetts wage and hour laws gave her additional grounds to seek relief. If you are in a similar situation, be sure to discuss with your employment attorney all of the aspects of your employment relationship, to make sure you can access all of the potential tools at your disposal.
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