Port Arthur Disability Lawyers

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Texas and Federal laws both protect individuals with disabilities from discrimination in the workplace. These laws provide individuals with disabilities in Port Arthur equal opportunities for getting hired and being advanced in ther respective professions. It also requires that employers provide reasonable accommodations to enable all persons to perform their job correctly.

Texas 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 company. Employers in the state of are barred from considering an individual's disability when deciding to hire them, assign them a job position, or provide them with an advancement opportunity.

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 Port Arthur?

Texas has various employment law attorneys in Port Arthur who specialize in assisting persons with claims related to disabilities Lawyers are available for consultation to help you decide your next step should any difficulties emerge.

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Life in Port Arthur

Port Arthur is experiencing an economic revitalization with nearly billion in projects involving energy infrastructure. Golden Pass and Sabine Pass LNG terminals are the largest and would bring in millions of dollars to Port Arthur each year. Port Arthur is one of Texas' leading seaports and was in the news recently when an oil tanker and barge collided. Port Arthur is connected to the rest of Texas intersecting with a number of US and state highways making it ideal for transportation and distribution. Being the center of so much business, Port Arthur has some of the best outlet and shopping in the area. The business boom has also attracted a number of lawyers to the area to help sort out any legal problem that may arise. Port Arthur lawyers know business law well but many also focus their practices in other areas like family, criminal, and immigration law.

Port Arthur offers a number of worthwhile educational outlets like public libraries and schools. The Bob Hope Charter School and Lamar State College are both located in Port Arthur. Notables of Port Arthur include Janis Joplin, Jimmy Johnson, G.W. Bailey, and rap group UGK. Port Arthur has seen major damage from Gulf of Mexico hurricanes and tropical cyclones like Hurricane Rita, Humberto, Ike, and Tropical Storm Eduard. Luckily, Port Arthur residents have prepared successfully beforehand or recovered from the forceful damaging storms.

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