Employment Discrimination For Disability In Maricopa
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You can file an ADA complaint alleging disability discrimination against a state or local government (Title II) or a public accommodation (Title III - including, for example, a restaurant, doctor's office, retail store, hotel, etc.)
You may submit your completed Discrimination Complaint to the OEO by mail, fax, or email. By Mail: Office of Equal Opportunity. P. O. Box 6123. Mail Drop 1119. Phoenix, AZ 85005-6123. By Fax: (602) 364-3982. By Email: Office of Equal Opportunity. officeofequalopportunity@azdes.
Phone: 602-506-0583 Complaints that a program, service, or activity of Maricopa County is not accessible to persons with disabilities should be directed to ADA Coordinator Michele Ross.
You may also reach the Equal Opportunity Department by phone at 602-534-7716. Or 602-534-1557 (TTY). You can also call 7-1-1.
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a law that makes it illegal to discriminate against anyone with a disability. Discrimination means you are treated unfairly or unequally because you have a disability. Discrimination also occurs when you are denied a necessary reasonable accommodation.
ADA violations are commonly cited when: The building doesn't have an accessible entrance or exit. Ramps to the building or curb are too steep. ADA signage is missing or incorrect.
Unless they lack the right experience and qualifications, ignoring or denying promotions can be an ADA violation. Firing individuals for their disabilities: Wrongful discharge over injuries, illnesses or accommodation requests violates individuals' rights to work where they qualify.
The laws enforced by EEOC protect you from being punished or harassed at work because you or someone you closely associate with (for example, a relative or close friend) complains about disability discrimination. We call this your right to be protected from retaliation.
Disability discrimination at work your employer not providing reasonable adjustments that would help you to do your job. an employer withdrawing a job offer when they learn of your condition. your employer firing you due to disability-related absences. workplace bullying because you are disabled.
