No employee should be judged or mistreated because of a medical condition. Unfortunately, workers living with HIV or AIDS still face stigma and discrimination in the workplace. If you’ve experienced this type of unfair treatment in Berkeley Heights, Castronovo & McKinney is here for you, committed to Protecting Your Rights and ensuring you are treated with dignity and equality under the law.

Understanding HIV/AIDS Discrimination

Discrimination based on HIV or AIDS status occurs when an employer takes adverse actions against an employee because they are living with, or are perceived to be living with, HIV/AIDS. This can include firing, demotion, harassment, or denial of reasonable accommodations and benefits.

Examples Include:

  • Refusing to hire or promote someone known or believed to be HIV-positive
  • Excluding an employee from meetings or projects due to health status
  • Making derogatory comments or jokes about HIV/AIDS
  • Violating medical confidentiality by disclosing an employee’s condition

Your Legal Protections

Several laws protect individuals living with HIV or AIDS in the workplace:

  • Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Classifies HIV/AIDS as a protected disability and prohibits workplace discrimination.
  • New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (NJLAD): Expands protections, ensuring workers with medical conditions are not treated unfairly.

These laws require employers to provide reasonable accommodations unless doing so would cause undue hardship to the business.

Reasonable Accommodations May Include:

  • Modified work schedules for medical appointments
  • Extended breaks or remote work when necessary
  • Reassignment of non-essential job duties during treatment periods

What to Do If You’re Facing Discrimination

  • Document all incidents of mistreatment, including dates and individuals involved
  • Keep records of medical disclosures and workplace interactions
  • Report the behavior to HR or management in writing
  • Consult with an experienced employment attorney to explore legal options

Legal Help for Berkeley Heights Employees

Protecting Your Rights starts with standing up against stigma and unlawful treatment. Castronovo & McKinney, LLC has years of experience helping workers who face medical-based discrimination secure justice, compensation, and peace of mind.

Contact Castronovo & McKinney Today

If you’ve been mistreated at work because of your HIV or AIDS status, don’t stay silent. Contact Castronovo & McKinney today for a confidential consultation and let their experienced team fight for the respect and legal protection you deserve.

New Jersey Office:
71 Maple Ave
Morristown, NJ 07960
Phone: 973.920.7888
Fax: 973.920.7924

New York Office:
420 Lexington Avenue, Suite 1830
New York, NY 10170
Phone: 646.755.3781
Fax: 646.755.3781