Workplace Accommodations: Your Rights and Obligations
Ontario’s Human Rights Code requires employers to provide workplace accommodations to employees with disabilities, religious needs, or other protected grounds, up to the point of undue hardship. Hamilton Employment Lawyers helps employees secure the accommodations they need and advises employers on meeting their legal obligations.
What Are Workplace Accommodations?
Workplace accommodations are adjustments made to ensure employees can perform their job effectively. These accommodations may include modified duties, flexible schedules, assistive devices, remote work arrangements, or physical workplace changes.
Common Workplace Accommodation Issues
We regularly assist with:
- Requests for disability accommodations
- Medical documentation and privacy concerns
- Denial or delay of accommodation requests
- Disputes about the adequacy of accommodations provided
- Employer obligations and the “undue hardship” standard
Why Legal Advice Matters
Failing to request or provide appropriate accommodations can lead to serious consequences, including discrimination claims. Employees may be left without support, and employers risk significant liability. Having a lawyer involved can clarify the process and protect your rights.
How We Can Help
Hamilton Employment Lawyers supports both employees and employers by:
- Advising employees on how to request accommodations
- Negotiating accommodations with employers
- Guiding employers through the accommodation process
- Representing clients in human rights or wrongful dismissal claims
