Winston Salem Disability Lawyers

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Under North Carolina and Federal laws, discriminating against individuals with disabilities is prohibited in the workplace. Disability laws afford disabled individuals in Winston Salem an equal opportunity to be hired and advance in their chosen professions. Employers must provide disabled persons with reasonable accomodations under these disbility laws so that they are able to execute their jobs.

North Carolina Employment for the Disabled

Discrimination against disabled individuals is illegal under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), whether the employer is the government or a private agency. In North Carolina, employers are not allowed to consider a citizen's disability when making decisions regarding hiring, job positions, or advancement opportunities.

If the costs are reasonable, workers with disabilities are entitled to any special equipment required for work from their employers. This is on top of the requirement to provide equal treatment. The act also prohibits discrimination against persons based on their relation to a person with a disability that poses special needs.

When do I need an Attorney in Winston Salem?

Winston Salem has countless lawyers specializing in employment law and persons with disabilities. Lawyers are available for consultation to help you decide your next step should any difficulties emerge.

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Life in Winston Salem

Winston-Salem is the largest city in the State of North Carolina and the seat of Forsyth County. It's likely you know Winston-Salem for it's historic role in the tobacco trade. It's been nicknamed "Camel City" in reference to tobacco, "City of the Arts" for the commitment to fine arts and theater, and called simply "The Dash" by many locals.

Winston-Salem offers the Reynolda House Museum of American Art. The Reynolda House was built by Katharine Smith and R.J. Reynolds in 1917 and was recently restored with help from the R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company.

Additionally, Winston-Salem offers the Southeastern Center for Contemporary Art (SECCA) for visitors who flock to town for Nationally recognized festivals like the National Black Theatre Festival, RiverRun International Film Festival, and the Reynolda Film Festival started by local Wake Forest students in 2007.

A number of Winston-Salem residents are drawn to the city because there are many outstanding schools. Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem State University, University of North Carolina School of the Arts, Salem College, Piedmont Baptist College, Winston-Salem Bible College, and Forsyth Technical Community College are all located within city limits.

As the seat of Forsyth County, Winston-Salem is responsible for playing host to a bevy of government facilities including legislative and legal facilities. Forsyth County Courts are located in Winston-Salem, along with city courts, which are responsible for handling most cases that arise in the area including personal injury lawsuit, wrongful termination, divorce, and criminal cases.

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