No one should face bias, harassment, or termination because of a medical condition—especially one as deeply personal as HIV or AIDS. Yet, discrimination based on HIV or AIDS status still occurs in workplaces across Atlantic City. At Castronovo & McKinney, LLC, we are dedicated to Protecting Your Rights and ensuring that employees living with HIV or AIDS are treated with fairness, dignity, and equality under the law.
What Is HIV/AIDS Discrimination?
HIV/AIDS discrimination involves treating an employee or job applicant unfairly due to their actual or perceived HIV-positive status. This form of discrimination is illegal under both federal and state laws and may include decisions regarding hiring, promotions, job duties, or termination, as well as workplace harassment or failure to provide reasonable accommodations.
Examples of Workplace Discrimination Based on HIV or AIDS
- Refusing to hire or promote an individual because of their health status
- Disclosing an employee’s condition without their consent
- Isolating or excluding employees based on fear or stigma
- Harassing or making inappropriate jokes about HIV or AIDS
- Terminating employment after learning of a diagnosis
Legal Protections in New Jersey
Employees in Atlantic City are protected under:
- Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Treats HIV/AIDS as a disability, providing strong protections against discrimination and requiring reasonable accommodations when necessary.
- New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (NJLAD): Explicitly prohibits discrimination based on actual or perceived HIV or AIDS status.
Employers are prohibited from using an employee’s medical condition as a basis for adverse treatment and must maintain confidentiality regarding health information.
Reasonable Accommodations
Employees living with HIV or AIDS may be entitled to reasonable accommodations that allow them to perform essential job functions, such as:
- Modified work schedules for medical appointments
- Extended medical leave
- Changes to work assignments that reduce stress or exposure to illness
Refusing to engage in an interactive process to determine appropriate accommodations may be grounds for a legal claim.
How Castronovo & McKinney, LLC Can Help
Castronovo & McKinney, LLC is a top-tier employment law firm serving Atlantic City and throughout New Jersey. We have deep experience representing employees in HIV/AIDS discrimination claims and fighting back against stigma and unlawful treatment. Whether you’ve been harassed, denied accommodations, or wrongfully terminated, we can guide you through your legal options and pursue full compensation for your damages.
You Deserve a Safe and Respectful Workplace
Your health status should never define your career. If you’ve experienced discrimination due to HIV or AIDS, let us help you assert your rights and move forward with strength.
Atlantic City Castronovo & McKinney, Employment Law Attorneys, are here to stand with you and demand accountability from your employer.
Contact Information
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
