Q: Hello what kind of Attorney do I need to go after a breathalyzer company for ADA Discrimination
I was sentenced to 1 year on a breathalyzer in Michigan. I currently still have the breathalyzer and it’s been 1 year 9 months. I keep getting violated because I can’t hear the beep of the device. I have called the breathalyzer company and explain to them that I am deaf in both ears and submitted and Hearing test. They replied back to saying I need to put the device somewhere I can see it mind you I am driving when this device goes off. I have came out way more money then I was supposed too and I have been on this device 9 months longer because of my ability to hear.
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You may want to consult an attorney who handles cases involving disability discrimination, particularly under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This type of attorney can help you address the violations you’ve experienced because of your inability to hear the breathalyzer device, as well as the extended time and financial burden caused by this issue. The ADA requires companies to make reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, and it sounds like the breathalyzer company may have failed to do that.
Your attorney can help you determine whether the company’s response to your hearing impairment was appropriate under the law. They can also guide you in seeking compensation for any financial losses or extended penalties you’ve faced as a result of their actions.
If you're facing ongoing violations due to this issue, it's important to address this quickly so that your situation doesn’t worsen. Your lawyer can also help ensure that future accommodations are made so you’re no longer penalized unfairly.
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