ADA & Disability Discrimination Lawyers
When you're living with a disability—whether it’s from an illness, an injury, or a chronic condition—you shouldn't have to worry about being treated unfairly at work. Unfortunately, disability discrimination happens far too often. At Hammons, Hurst & Associates, we’re here to help if you’ve been mistreated on the basis of disability at your job.
From our law office in Oklahoma City, our experienced disability discrimination attorneys help workers understand their rights and fight for fair treatment. Whether you’ve been denied accommodations, harassed because of your condition, or wrongfully terminated, we offer the ADA legal help you need.
How the ADA Protects You
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal law that protects the rights of workers with disabilities. It applies to any company with 15 or more employees and aims to stop discrimination against people with medical conditions or impairments that substantially limit a major life activity, like walking, hearing, or working.
The ADA requires employers to make reasonable accommodation including schedule changes, adjusted duties, or accessible equipment—whatever is needed to help you perform your job. Your employer must provide these accommodations unless doing so would cause a significant burden.
If your employer refuses to help, retaliates after a request, or treats you differently than other employees, you may have a valid employment discrimination case under federal law.
Learn more about your rights by reviewing this ADA guide from the Department of Justice.
Common Types of Disability Discrimination
Disability discrimination isn’t always obvious. Sometimes, it comes in the form of subtle mistreatment that violates your rights under federal law. Here are some examples of when to contact a disability discrimination attorney:
Situation | Type of Discrimination |
Fired after revealing a disability | Wrongful termination |
Refused a promotion because of medical leave | Denial of privileges of employment |
Ignored after requesting a standing desk | Lack of reasonable accommodation |
Bullied by coworkers for using a cane | Hostile work environment |
Rejected during the hiring process due to disability | Discrimination against job applicants |
If you’ve been through any of these experiences, reach out to one of our lawyers for workplace disability discrimination to talk about next steps.
Who We Help and What We Do
At Hammons, Hurst & Associates, we support employees across Oklahoma. Whether you're a disabled employee currently working or a job applicant who was unfairly turned away, our workplace disability lawyers are here to help.
As a trusted Oklahoma ADA law firm, we handle all aspects of your case, including:
- Reviewing your job description and past requests
- Communicating with your employer and HR department
- Filing claims with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
- Representing you in negotiations or court
- Pursuing back pay, benefits, or job reinstatement when appropriate
You can explore our firm’s past successes and meet our attorneys to see how we’ve helped others in similar situations.
Know Your Rights: What the Law Requires
The ADA ensures that people with disabilities get equal opportunities at work. This means your employer cannot treat you differently or deny you opportunities simply because you’re a person with a disability.
Employers are legally required to:
- Make reasonable accommodation including changes to your schedule or duties
- Avoid creating or allowing a hostile work environment
- Refrain from penalizing you for taking medical leave
- Treat you the same as other employees with respect to pay, benefits, and advancement
If your employer has failed in any of these areas, contact our disability discrimination lawyers today.
You can also review your full rights under federal law through the EEOC’s disability discrimination portal.
When to Call a Disability Rights Attorney
If you’re unsure whether your rights have been violated, it’s always best to talk to a lawyer. You don’t need to figure it out alone.
You may benefit from legal advice if:
- You were punished for requesting accommodations
- You were denied a job or promotion due to a health condition
- Your employer dismissed your needs or ignored your doctor's recommendations
- You faced harassment at work that went unaddressed
- You suspect your termination was linked to your disability
We offer clear guidance and compassionate support, backed by decades of experience in ADA requirements, employment discrimination, and workplace law.
Why Choose Hammons Law?
We’re not just discrimination attorneys—we’re advocates for fairness in the workplace. Our legal team understands the unique challenges that people with disabilities face when employers fail to follow the law.
As leading ADA attorneys in Oklahoma, we help you:
- Understand your rights and your employer’s responsibilities
- Navigate federal and state laws
- File complaints through the proper federal agencies
- Build strong, well-documented legal cases
If you’re facing disability discrimination, know that you don’t have to handle it by yourself. We’re here to stand by your side and fight for what’s right.
Talk to a Lawyer Today
If you believe you’ve been mistreated at work due to a disability, we can help you explore your options. Our team provides real answers and trusted support.
To get started, schedule a free consultation with our team of disability rights attorneys. You can quickly book your appointment right here.
Quick Reference: Your ADA Rights at Work
Term | What It Means |
Substantially limit | A condition that restricts a key life activity like working or walking |
Reasonable accommodation | Changes that help a disabled person do their job |
Privileges of employment | Opportunities like promotions, pay raises, and job training |
Hostile work environment | Harassment or mistreatment tied to your disability |
Equal employment opportunity | Protection from discrimination in hiring or job duties |
These are just a few of the terms you’ll encounter as you learn more about your legal rights under the ADA for employees. Our team is here to explain everything in plain language and guide you through the process.