Schizophrenia is a chronic, severe, and disabling brain disorder that affects many CA employees. People with schizophrenia sometimes hear voices, believe that others are broadcasting their thoughts to the world, or are convinced that others are ‘out to get them.’ These experiences can make a person fearful and withdrawn and cause difficulties when he or she is trying to have relationships with other people, including in the workplace. If you have schizophrenia, talk to your doctor about how your employer can work with you to be a productive employee.

If you have schizophrenia, and it is a recognized medical disability, your CA employer may not discriminate against you because of your condition. If you believe that your boss has discriminated against you because of your mental disorder, you may be able to bring a lawsuit with the help of an experienced employment lawyer. Examples of ways in which you employer may have discriminated against you because of your schizophrenia include not allowing you to miss work for medical appointments, not allowing you to take a reasonable time off work, or making fun of you because of your disorder.

If you believe that you are a victim of discrimination based on your recognized medical disability, you should contact the skilled employment attorneys at Law Offices of David H. Greenberg at 1-888-204-1014. Call us for a free consultation. You can also visit us at www.discriminationattorney.com to learn more.