Disability Discrimination Solicitors – Get Legal Help

If your employer has treated you unfairly because of a physical or mental disability, you may have a legal claim. The Equality Act 2010 protects workers from discrimination. Our discrimination solicitors can help you understand your rights, file a claim, and fight for compensation.

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What is Disability Discrimination?

 

Disability discrimination happens when an employer treats someone unfairly because of a long-term health condition that affects their day-to-day activities. This includes both physical and mental health conditions.

 

Under the Equality Act 2010, employers must not discriminate against disabled workers. They also have a duty to make reasonable adjustments to help you do your job.

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Types of Disability Discrimination

 

There are different types of disability discrimination at work. Here’s what they mean:

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1. Direct Disability Discrimination

This happens when an employer treats you worse than other workers just because of your disability.

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For example, you apply for a promotion, but your boss gives the job to someone else, saying you "wouldn’t be able to handle the work" because of your condition.

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2. Indirect Disability Discrimination

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This happens when a company rule puts disabled workers at a disadvantage.

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For example, a company requires all workers to stand for long hours. If you have a mobility impairment, this rule makes it unfair for you.

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3. Failure to Make Reasonable Adjustments

 

Employers must make changes so that disabled workers can do their jobs properly. If they fail to make reasonable adjustments, it is discrimination.

For example, you have anxiety and ask for a quiet workspace, but your employer refuses, making it hard for you to work.

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4. Discrimination Arising from Disability

 

This happens when an employer treats you unfairly because of something linked to your disability.

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For example, you take extra sick days due to a long-term health condition, and your employer fires you for “poor attendance.”

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5. Harassment and a Hostile Work Environment

 

Your workplace should not be intimidating, hostile, degrading, or humiliating. If your boss or colleagues make fun of your disability or treat you badly, this is harassment.

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For example, your colleagues joke about your mental health in a way that makes you feel upset or humiliated.

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6. Victimisation

 

If you complain about disability discrimination, your employer cannot punish you for speaking up.

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For example, you make a formal complaint about discrimination, and soon after, your employer cuts your hours or moves you to a worse position.

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How to Make a Disability Discrimination Claim

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If you believe you have been treated unfairly because of your disability, you may be able to claim compensation.

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Step 1: Act Quickly – You Have 3 Months

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You must file a claim within 3 months of the discrimination happening. If you wait too long, you might lose your chance to make a claim.

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Step 2: Try to Solve the Problem at Work

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Before making a legal claim, you should:

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• Talk to your employer about the issue

• Raise a formal complaint (grievance)

• Use ACAS Early Conciliation – This is a free service to try and resolve disputes before going to court

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Step 3: File an Employment Tribunal Claim

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If the issue is not solved, you can file a claim at the Employment Tribunal. Our expert discrimination solicitors will prepare your case, collect evidence, and represent you in court.

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What Can You Claim For?

 

If your claim is successful, you could receive:

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• Compensation for lost wages (if you were fired or lost work opportunities)

• Money for emotional distress (if the discrimination caused you stress or anxiety)

• Legal costs if your employer broke the law

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No Win, No Fee Disability Discrimination Solicitors

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We understand that legal costs can be worrying. That is why we offer a No Win, No Fee service for many discrimination claims. This means:

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• You only pay if we win your case

• No upfront fees

• Full legal support from start to finish

 

Why Choose Our Discrimination Solicitors?

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• Experts in Employment Law – We have helped many workers win discrimination claims

• Personalised Legal Advice – We listen to your story and fight for your rights

• No Win, No Fee Options – You do not pay unless we win

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Contact Us for a Free Consultation

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If you believe you have suffered disability discrimination at work, do not wait. Speak to our disability discrimination solicitors today for expert legal help.

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No one should feel mistreated at work. If you are facing discrimination, we are here to help. Get legal support today and fight for your rights.