Disabilities Under Maine Law

According to Maine and Federal laws, individuals with disabilities are protected from being discriminated against in the workplace. An equal opportunity for hiring and advancement opportunities in Portland for individuals with disabilities is afforded by these laws. It also requires that employers provide reasonable accommodations to enable all persons to perform their job properly.

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Maine Employment for the Disabled

Discriminating against the disabled is prohibited by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), whether the employer is a government agency or a private employer. Employers in the state of are prohibited from considering an individual's disability when deciding to hire them, assign them a job position, or provide them with an advancement opportunity.

Employers in Portland must also provide any special equipment that the disabled person may require for performing duites, so long costs are reasonable. This is in addition to providing fair treatment. The act also prohibits discrimination against someone based on their relation to a person with a disability that poses special needs.

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Many lawyers in Portland specialize in employment laws dealing with individuals with disabilities. Consult a lawyer who can help you make decisions on your next course of action should difficulties present themselves.

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