Job Denial And Ada

Summary

Pending charges can affect employment decisions, but ADA protects against discrimination due to association with a disabled person. Employers must follow EEOC guidelines when considering pending charges. For concerns about potential ADA violations, consult an employment attorney or contact the EEOC Birmingham District Office. Legal Services Alabama and the Alabama State Bar Volunteer Lawyers Program offer free consultations, while the Alabama Employment Law Center and The Cochran Firm specialize in employment law.

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i was originally offered a job for a university by a staffing company for a general maintenance position. after a background check however i was denied any employeeement based on pending charges that are to be dropped *% for sure as they were cause of my spouse having a mentall illness known as schizophrenia that was mistaken. can this be a violation oF ADA ?
Hi Trevor, thank you for sharing your situation. The ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) protects individuals from discrimination based on their disabilities. However, your case may be more complex as it involves pending charges.
- **ADA**: It mainly protects against discrimination due to your disabilities, not necessarily those of a spouse.
- **Employment**: Employers can make hiring decisions based on pending charges, but how they handle these cases must comply with EEOC (Equal Employment Opportunity Commission) guidelines.
Would you like more information on EEOC guidelines or local legal resources in Alabama?
im sayiog this cant be considered assoication discrimination?
Hi Trevor, thanks for the additional information. In Alabama, association discrimination under the ADA protects individuals from discrimination based on their relationship or association with a person with a disability. However, your case involves pending charges, which may complicate the situation.
- **ADA**: Protects against discrimination due to association with a disabled person.
- **Employment**: Employers can consider pending charges in hiring decisions, but must follow EEOC guidelines.
Would you like more information on EEOC guidelines or local legal resources?
being i was her caretaker
Hi Trevor, I understand your situation. The ADA does protect against discrimination due to association with a person with a disability. However, employment decisions based on pending charges involve other legal considerations.
Would you like information on EEOC guidelines or legal resources in Alabama?
can this not be a violation tho
Hi Trevor, I understand your concern. The ADA does protect against discrimination due to association with a person with a disability, including being a caregiver. However, employment decisions based on pending charges are governed by EEOC guidelines.
Would you like more information on EEOC guidelines or local legal resources in Alabama?
sure
Hi Trevor, here is some information on EEOC guidelines and local legal resources in Alabama:
- **EEOC Guidelines**: Employers must consider the nature of the charges, their relation to the job, and the time elapsed since the offense.
- **Local Legal Resources**: You may contact the EEOC office in Birmingham, Alabama for further guidance.

EEOC Birmingham District Office


Phone: (*) *-*
Address: Ridge Park Place, * 22nd Street South, Suite *, Birmingham, AL *
Website: www.eeoc.gov

Would you like to know more about specific legal actions you can take?
yes
Hi Trevor, for specific legal actions you can take, consider the following:
- **Consult an Employment Attorney**: They can provide detailed advice tailored to your case.
- **File a Charge with the EEOC**: If you believe you experienced discrimination, file a complaint.
- **Contact Local Legal Aid**: Seek assistance from local legal aid organizations for more support.
Would you like contact information for local legal aid organizations in Alabama?
what firms can i get a consultation for free
Hi Trevor, here are some organizations that offer free legal consultations in Alabama:
- **Legal Services Alabama (LSA)**
- Phone: *-*-*-*
- Website: www.legalservicesalabama.org
- **Alabama State Bar Volunteer Lawyers Program**
- Phone: (*) *-*
- Website: www.alabar.org
Would you like more details on any of these organizations?
none of these appear to have employment lawers
Hi Trevor, I understand your concern. Here are some organizations that specifically deal with employment law issues in Alabama:
- **Alabama Employment Law Center**
- Phone: (*) *-*
- Website: www.alemploymentlawcenter.com
- **The Cochran Firm – Birmingham**
- Phone: (*) *-*
- Website: www.cochranfirmbirmingham.com
Would you like more details on any of these organizations?