Jan 15, 1997 · A qualified employee or applicant with a disability is an individual who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the job in question.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in everyday activities.

Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act prohibits employment discrimination based on disability and requires affirmative action in the hiring, placement and advancement of people with disabilities …

Disability discrimination means treating individuals differently in employment because of their disability, perceived disability, or association with a disabled person.

Nov 17, 2025 · Learn what the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) covers, how to file a disability-related complaint, and ADA rights for using service animals.

Sep 2, 2025 · People with disabilities face widespread discrimination, segregation, and exclusion. But federal disability rights laws can provide protection. (Updated October 2023 to reflect …

The disability laws forbid discrimination when it comes to any aspect of employment, including hiring, firing, pay, job assignments, promotions, layoff, training, fringe benefits, and any other …

Jul 25, 2025 · Section 504 and the ADA protect qualified individuals with disabilities from discrimination on the basis of disability in the provision of benefits and services. See the Facts …

Feb 28, 2020 · The ADA prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in employment, State and local government, public accommodations, commercial facilities, transportation, and …

Oct 10, 2023 · This article offers in-depth information about discrimination on the basis of disability in several settings. These settings include employment and public accommodations, …