Can an employer fire you because of a medical condition?
Your employer generally cannot fire you because of a medical condition. If you have a medical condition, illness, or disability that prevents you from working on a temporary basis, all employers with more than five employees are required to try to accommodate you.
What are my disability rights?
The ADA prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in employment, State and local government, public accommodations, commercial facilities, transportation, and telecommunications. To be protected by the ADA, one must have a disability or have a relationship or association with an individual with a disability.
Can an employer fire you for no reason because of disability?
Your employer fired you, refused to promote you, or otherwise treated you badly because of your disability. As long as you can perform the essential duties of your job, with or without a reasonable accommodation, your employer may not treat you differently because of your disability.
Can my employer refuse to hire me because of my disability?
The employer cannot refuse to hire you because of your disability if you can perform the essential functions of the job with an accommodation.
Can my employer fire me because of my mental health?
It is illegal for an employer to discriminate against you simply because you have a mental health condition. This includes firing you, rejecting you for a job or promotion, or forcing you to take leave.
Are employers required to accommodate employees with disabilities?
Employers with at least 15 employees are covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which prohibits discrimination against employees (and job applicants) based on disability. The ADA also requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations that will allow employees with disabilities to do their jobs.