Glaucoma is a type of disease that affects the optic nerve. The type of damage that glaucoma can cause depends on each individual case. If left untreated, Glaucoma can lead to permanent eye damage and can eventually result in complete blindness. Even with proper treatment, glaucoma typically leaves the individual somewhat visually impaired. Some types of medication, such as medicated eye drops, may help alleviate problems caused by this condition.

If you have glaucoma, you may be a victim of employment discrimination without being aware of it. Some examples of illegal discrimination include your boss not allowing you to miss work for medical appointments, your employer not allowing you to take a reasonable amount of time off work, your boss not providing you with reasonable on-site accommodations, and your employer not providing you with Braille materials or adaptive computer software.

If you have been a victim of discrimination based on your glaucoma, get help now. You may be able to bring a lawsuit against your employer if you can show you glaucoma meets the legal definition of a disability. In addition, you must be able to show that your glaucoma has resulted in physical limitations, that you can still perform the essential tasks of your job, and that your boss has taken some form of adverse action against you. ‘Adverse actions’ may include not hiring, firing, or demoting you. If you think that you may have been a victim of discrimination based on your glaucoma or other visual impairment, find out how to protect yourself by calling the attorneys at Law Offices of David H. Greenberg. You can reach us at 1-888-204-1014 for a free consultation. You can also visit us at www.discriminationattorney.com to learn more.