Can Potential Employers Ask About Prior Work Injuries?

The short answer is no. Asking job candidates about prior work injuries, disabilities, or medical conditions is against the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) under federal law. However, employers do need to know if you’re medically capable of doing the job they are hiring you to do. If you’re asked about prior work injuries or disabilities during an interview, you could try saying that you feel you are capable of doing the job you applying for.

Navigating a work injury can be tough. Frayne Injury Law is here to help and offers free, no obligations, consultations. Call or email us today at 952-222-7720 or efrayne@frayneinjurylaw.com.