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Wrongful Termination Due to Disability in California: Stand Up for Your Rights
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Over $100 Million Recovered for Victims of Workplace Discrimination
Recognized by Super Lawyer for Excellence in Employment Law
Termination Based on Disability Is Illegal
In California, it is unlawful for an employer to fire an employee based on a physical or mental disability, medical condition, or perceived disability. Both the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protect qualified employees from discriminatory termination.
A termination may be wrongful if it occurs:
- After disclosing a disability
- After requesting a reasonable accommodation
- While on medical leave or shortly after returning
- In retaliation for filing a complaint or asserting your rights
At Falakassa Law, we help clients prove when a disability was a motivating factor in their termination—and pursue justice when employers break the law.
Signs of Disability-Related Wrongful Termination
Employers rarely admit to terminating someone because of a disability. Instead, they may fabricate performance issues or use vague reasons like “restructuring.” Recognizing the warning signs is critical.
Potential red flags include:
- Termination shortly after a disability disclosure
- Denial of accommodations followed by sudden discipline
- Lack of progressive discipline or written warnings
- Replacement by someone without a disability
- Documentation that contradicts the employer’s stated reasons
- Negative comments about your medical condition
If you suspect your termination was tied to your disability or medical condition, you may have grounds for a claim.
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Specialized Focus
We concentrate on disability discrimination law and bring deep knowledge of state and federal protections.
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Our track record includes successful resolutions in complex and high-value disability claims.
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Legal Remedies for Wrongful Termination
If you’ve been wrongfully terminated due to your disability, you have the right to pursue legal action. Falakassa Law will help you gather evidence, file the appropriate complaints, and seek full compensation under state and federal law.
You may be entitled to:
- Reinstatement or front pay
- Back pay and lost benefits
- Emotional distress compensation
- Punitive damages for unlawful conduct
- Coverage of attorneys’ fees and legal costs
We understand what’s at stake when you lose your job unjustly. Let us fight to restore your rights, reputation, and livelihood.
Were You Treated Unfairly at Work?
You may have a legal claim if you experienced:
- Fired Due to Disability
- Fired After Pregnancy or Maternity Leave
- Harassed or Fired for Reporting Misconduct
- Discriminated Against for Your Race, Religion, Gender, or Age
- Targeted for Your Military or Marital Status
What You Could Recover:
- Lost Wages and Benefits
- Compensation for Emotional Distress
- Legal Protection and Justice
- Punitive Damages for Severe Violations
- Coverage of Attorney’s Fees and Legal Costs
Meet Our Attorneys
Joshua S. Falakassa
Managing Partner
He focuses on employee rights, handling discrimination suits and wage/hour class actions. With a J.D. from UC Berkeley School of Law, he has litigated at firms like Anderson Kill P.C. and Kulik, Gottesman & Siegel, LLP.
Mehrdad Bokhour
Associate of Counsel
He represents employees in wage and hour class actions, discrimination, and wrongful termination cases. He has recovered over $20 million for clients and has been recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star multiple times.
Zachary Cavanagh
Associate of Counsel
He specializes in employment law matters, including harassment and discrimination cases. With a J.D. from Chapman University, he has been fighting for employee justice since 2020.
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“Attorney Falakassa is an outstanding employment lawyer. He took his time and gave me a free consultation and answered all my questions and followed up. He is very sharp and professional. I highly recommend him for any employment law dispute.”
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