HIV and AIDS Status Discrimination: Know Your Rights in Egg Harbor Township
Living with HIV or AIDS should never be a barrier to employment, respect, or opportunity. Yet many individuals in Egg Harbor Township and across New Jersey still face discrimination in the workplace based on their medical status. Whether it’s subtle mistreatment or outright termination, this kind of discrimination is not only wrong—it’s illegal.
Understanding HIV/AIDS Discrimination in the Workplace
Discrimination based on HIV or AIDS status occurs when an employer makes adverse decisions about hiring, promotion, pay, or termination because an employee is living with the condition. It can also include harassment, breaches of confidentiality, or the denial of reasonable accommodations.
Examples include:
- Firing or refusing to hire someone after learning about their HIV status
- Disclosing an employee’s condition to others without consent
- Creating a hostile environment through jokes or offensive remarks
- Denying schedule flexibility for medical appointments
Legal Protections Under State and Federal Law
Employees living with HIV or AIDS are protected under several laws:
- New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (NJLAD): This comprehensive law prohibits discrimination based on disability, which includes HIV/AIDS.
- Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): A federal law that protects workers with qualifying medical conditions, including HIV and AIDS.
- Rehabilitation Act of 1973: Protects individuals working in federal programs or receiving federal funds.
These laws ensure the right to privacy, protection from retaliation, and access to reasonable accommodations.
When to Contact an Employment Attorney
If you suspect that your employment has been negatively impacted because of your HIV or AIDS status, speaking with an experienced employment lawyer is crucial. These cases can be complex and emotionally sensitive, and you deserve an advocate who understands both the legal system and your rights as a person living with a medical condition.
Legal counsel can help you:
- Understand if your employer violated the law
- Gather medical and employment documentation
- Maintain confidentiality during legal proceedings
- Pursue compensation for lost wages, emotional distress, and more
Why Castronovo & McKinney, LLC?
Castronovo & McKinney, LLC is a leading New Jersey employment law firm known for Protecting Your Rights. We have represented clients across the state facing discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Our attorneys combine legal knowledge with empathy, discretion, and a fierce commitment to justice.
We believe that no one should be defined—or limited—by their health status. If your workplace has treated you unfairly due to your HIV or AIDS diagnosis, we are here to stand by your side and demand accountability.
Get Legal Help in Egg Harbor Township Today
If you believe you’ve been discriminated against due to your HIV or AIDS status, you have powerful legal tools at your disposal. Let our experienced attorneys guide you through your options and fight for your right to work with dignity.
Egg Harbor Township Castronovo & McKinney, Employment Law Attorneys are here to help you take back control and pursue justice.
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
