Employment Discrimination Concerns

Summary

Discrimination due to a speech impediment may violate the ADA, which protects individuals with disabilities. Employers must provide reasonable accommodations and cannot discriminate in hiring. If you believe you were discriminated against, consider consulting with an employment attorney for guidance.

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If someone didn't hire me because of my speech impediment is that a crime
Patrick, in Suffolk County, New York, discrimination based on a speech impediment can potentially be considered a violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Employers are prohibited from discriminating against individuals with disabilities in hiring decisions.
- ADA protects individuals with disabilities.
- Employers must provide reasonable accommodations.
- Discrimination based on speech impediment is unlawful.
Do you have any specific details on how the discrimination occurred?