Is Aspergers covered by the Disability Discrimination Act?

In essence, it is important for those in HR to appreciate that Asperger syndrome is considered a disability under both the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA; 2004) and the Equality Act (2010).

What are reasons to sue your employer?

Top Reasons to Sue an Employer

• Illegal Termination. While employment may be terminated at any time in an at-will employment state, there are still ways an employer may illegally terminate an employee.
• Deducting Pay.
• Personal Injuries.
• Employee Discrimination.
• Sexual and Workplace Harassment.
• Retaliation.
• Defamation.

Why do people get fired from their jobs?

Surveys report on the following reasons employers have terminated an employee from a job: Other reasons an employee can be fired include lying on a resume or job application, not being able to get along with co-workers or management, for posting on social media sites — or for no reason at all.

Why are so many Aspies unemployed?

Not all aspies are unemployed, but 80 percent of them (including me) are for these various reasons: extremely high chance for comorbid disorders, such as anxiety or depression- these can keep anyone from being functional in a workplace, but stack them onto mild social impairment and sensory sensitivity, and that’s a double whammy

What does it mean to be fired without cause?

Employment at will means that an employee can be terminated at any time without any reason and without notice. That said, most employers won’t fire an employee without cause. Most firings are considered termination for cause, which means the employee is fired for a specific reason.

Can a company fire an employee for no reason?

There are many reasons that companies fire employees. But for most employees, companies don’t need a reason. Unless you are covered by a bargaining agreement or employment contract, you’re likely an at-will employee. Employment at will means that an employee can be terminated at any time without any reason and without notice.