Lexington Disability Lawyers

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According to Kentucky and Federal laws, individuals with disabilities are protected from being discriminated against in the workplace. The various laws ensure that disabled individuals in Lexington have an equal opportunity to get hired and obtain promotions in their choice of field. It also requires that employers provide reasonable accommodations to enable all persons to perform their job properly.

Kentucky 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. When making decisions regarding hiring, job assignment, or promotions, employers in Kentucky cannot consider a person's disability.

As long as the costs are reasonable, Lexington employers are required to provide workers who have disabilities with any special equipment they require for completing tasks. Additionally, the ADA makes it illegal to discriminate against someone based on their relationship to persons who have a disability requiring special needs.

When do I need an Attorney in Lexington?

Kentucky has numerous employment law attorneys in Lexington who specialize in assisting persons with claims related to disabilities Consulting with an attorney may help you decide how to proceed when difficulties arise.

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Life in Lexington

Lexington is the "Thoroughbred City" and self-proclaimed "Horse Capital of the World." Home to three World renown horse-racing tracks that include Keenland which opened in 1936, the Red Mile Harness Track which is the oldest in Lexington, and the new Kentucky Horse Park. There may be an abundance of gambling in Lexington but the economy is known for its stability. Forbes Magazine named Lexington the 5th best city for "Business and Careers." There's an abundance of technology research and high tech industries like Lexmark International, Hewlett Packard, and Affiliated Computer Services as well as government facilities. Such a stable economy makes Lexington a standout city in the United States and quite attractive to job seekers.

One of the major government employers in Lexington is the Lexington-Fayette County Governments. Lexington is the seat of Fayette County, Kentucky and therefore has many of the administrative buildings, courts, jails, and political facilities. A number of lawyers call Lexington home since there are so many local courts. Lexington lawyers can consult on any type of case heard in Lexington and Fayette County Courts including personal injury, probate, criminal, divorce, and child custody cases.

The City of Lexington's largest employer is the University of Kentucky, which offers a renown College of Medicine and over 10,000 local jobs. The University of Kentucky draw a number of students and top professionals. Don't forget about the American history for tourists either. The Bluegrass Festival and Ashland: The Henry Clay Estate draw tourists from near and far.

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