It is unlawful for an employer to take a discriminatory action because of a history of disability or because of a perception of disability. The Law protects people with disabilities from discrimination at work, in their homes, and in public spaces.A charge of discrimination generally must be filed within 180 days of the alleged discrimination. Learn about discrimination law, the Americans with Disability Act, and more. Find a NYC disability discrimination lawyer through our Legal Referral Service. For claims under the ADA, you must file with the EEOC within 300 days of the discriminatory act. When an employer treats a qualified individual unfavorably simply because he or she suffers from a disability, this is an example of disability discrimination. If you have faced discrimination at work due to a disability, the NYC workplace discrimination lawyers at Filippatos Law can help. Call today: 888-9-JOBLAW. Contact the NYC Commission on Human Rights at (212) 416-0197 or use this online form to report your case.