Disabilities Under Wisconsin Law

Individuals with disabilities are protected from discrimination in the workplace according to both Wisconsin and federal laws. Disability laws afford disabled persons in Janesville an equal opportunity to be hired and advance in their chosen professions. Disability laws make it mandatory for employers to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities so that they can perform their jobs.

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Wisconsin Employment for the Disabled

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) makes discrimination against the disabled illegal, whether it be in a government agency or a private setting. An employer in Wisconsin may not consider someone?s disability when they make the decision to hire that person, their job assignments or whether they may advance in their position.

As long as the costs are reasonable, Janesville employers are required to provide workers who have disabilities with any special equipment they require for completing tasks. Furthermore, under the Americans with Disabilities Act, employers may not discriminate against people based upon their relation to disabled persons with special needs.

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In Janesville there are many lawyers who specialize in the laws regulating employment and disabilities law. Consulting with a lawyer beforehand will help you be prepared in the event of unforseen difficulties.

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Life in Janesville

With a population of 61,310 Janesville, Wisconsin has it all. Janesville is located in South Central Wisconsin and was founded in 1835. Since its founding, the charming city has done nothing but grow and prosper. Janesville was named after an early settler to the town -- Henry James.

Janesville was the site of the first Wisconsin State Fair in 1851, an event that over 10,000 people attended. It is no wonder then that so many people enjoy visiting and living in Janesville. Janesville is also home to lots of historical homes, in fact 20% of the nationally registered historic homes in Wisconsin are in Janesville. Aptly named "City of Parks," Janesville has an extensive park system that includes nature trails, boat lakes, and 53 parks in total.

Janesville is also home to some interesting legal history. Janesville lawyers are some of the best in the business and Janesville is also home to Wisconsin's first female lawyer --Lavinia Goddell in 1874. In addition to lawyers, there are lots of other great business and industry which make the city a great place to start a career.

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