Employment Discrimination Legal Guidance

Summary

Massachusetts law protects employees from discrimination based on disability under Chapter 151B. Employers must provide reasonable accommodations unless it causes undue hardship. If facing potential wrongful termination or discrimination, document all communications and understand your rights. Use these as leverage when negotiating severance. Consider consulting a local attorney for personalized advice.

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Britt
Hi Britt! How can I assist you with your legal issue today?
I need advice on an employment dispute
Hi Britt! Could you provide more details about your employment dispute? For example, is it related to wrongful termination, discrimination, unpaid wages, or something else? This will help me give you better information.
It is related to discrimination and potential wrongful termination
Hi Britt! I'm sorry to hear about your situation. In Massachusetts, there are specific laws protecting employees from discrimination and wrongful termination. Can you tell me if the discrimination you faced was based on race, gender, age, disability, or another factor? This will help me provide more specific information.
Disability
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Hi Britt! Thanks for sharing more information. Massachusetts law protects employees from discrimination based on disability. Here are some key points:
- The Massachusetts Fair Employment Practices Law (Chapter 151B) prohibits discrimination based on disability.
- Employers must provide reasonable accommodations unless it causes undue hardship.
Would you like more details on filing a complaint or taking legal action?
I’m out on PFML and my company switched over to another company while I’m on leave. I got a call from the new company telling me I was being demoted to a lower title with the same pay and they were promoting my subordinate. When I raised legal concern they back tracked and offered my title back. I am trying to negotiate severance.
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Hi Britt! It sounds like a complex situation with potential for discrimination and wrongful termination issues. In Massachusetts, employees are protected under the Massachusetts Fair Employment Practices Law (Chapter 151B).
- Employers cannot discriminate against employees based on disability.
- Employers must provide reasonable accommodations unless it causes undue hardship.
Would you like more details on negotiating severance or any other aspect of your situation?
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Hi Britt! Here are some tips for negotiating severance:
- Know Your Rights: Understand the legal protections you have under the Massachusetts Fair Employment Practices Law.
- Document Everything: Keep records of all communications with your employer.
- Leverage Your Situation: Use the potential discrimination and wrongful termination as leverage in your negotiations.
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Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?
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It seems like you have a potentially strong case regarding discrimination and wrongful termination. To help you further, I need to collect some necessary information to connect you with local lawyers.
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It seems like Britt has a strong case involving discrimination and potential wrongful termination due to disability while on PFML. Connecting Britt with a local lawyer is a great step to ensure they get the best legal advice and assistance.
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