Manitowoc Disability Lawyers

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Persons with disabilities are protected from discrimination in the workplace according to both Wisconsin and federal laws. Disability laws afford disabled individuals in Manitowoc 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 execute their jobs.

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 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.

In addition to equal treatment, Manitowoc employers must also provide any special equipment the disabled may need to perform their duties, as long as the cost of the equipment is reasonable. Employers are also prohibited under the act from discrimination based on a person's relation to persons with a disability or special needs.

When do I need an Attorney in Manitowoc?

In Manitowoc there are countless lawyers who specialize in the laws regulating employment and disabilities law. Lawyers are available for consultation to help you decide your next step should any difficulties emerge.

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Life in Manitowoc

Manitowoc is a city located in Manitowoc County, Wisconsin. It is also the county seat of that county. As of the 2000 Census, Manitowoc has a population of approximately 35,000 people. The area now known was Manitowoc has been continuously populated by humans for thousands of years. It was first settled by people of European descent in 1835. Manitowoc has the interesting distinction of being the crash site of a Soviet spacecraft, Sputnik 4. The crash occurred in 1962, and involved a 20-pound piece of a much larger spacecraft. Nobody on the ground was injured, and the spacecraft itself had nobody in it. Today, there is a historical marker on the spot where the piece hit, and a cast of the part was made before it had to be returned to the USSR. The cast now sits in a museum in Manitowoc. Manitowoc is home to a zoo, as well as several historical sites, art museums, and parks, providing many recreational opportunities. If you live in Manitowoc, Wisconsin, and need an attorney, it's likely that you'll be able to find one. Manitowoc, Wisconsin lawyers can handle just about any case you might have.

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