The applicant, a fast-food restaurant employee, alleged discrimination on the basis of disability and reprisal after he broke his wrist outside of work.
When he attempted to return to work with a cast, the respondents refused to allow him to work, citing concerns about upper management's reaction.
The Tribunal found that the respondents failed in both their procedural and substantive duties to accommodate the applicant, as he could have performed modified duties with the cast.
However, the Tribunal dismissed the applicant's reprisal claims regarding a subsequent delay in scheduling and a reduction in hours, finding these were due to vacation requests and legitimate business reasons.
The applicant was awarded $1,500 for injury to dignity, feelings, and self-respect, and $416.75 for lost wages.
