Multiple Chemical Sensitivities: Can you successfully file a lawsuit if workplace does not help you?

Question

Does anyone have any evidence / informed opinions on what can legally be done for a worker who has Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (specifically a fragrance sensitivity), but works in a place that does not take the worker seriously? If it is apparent that the employer does not want to make necessary accomodations, can the worker successfully file suit under the Americans with Disabilities Act?

Please only answer if you really know what Multiple Chemical Sensitivities are, and take the question seriously. Ths is very important to me.

Thank you in advance.

Answer 1

Make sure before you do any of this that it is well documented by your physician.. and allergist specifically because they will want a specialists' opinion.
Then have that doc give a letter to your company telling them of the problem. This will give you more support if they choose to ignore not just your word, but that of a trained physician.
Then I would call your union rep, if you are in a union, if not visit the clinic that deals with injuries that are work related for your company and start filing every time you are exposed and are affected. Document Document Document.
After you dot your i's and cross your t's with the above...
Then move to the next step if necessary
Good luck.. my brother is allergic to peanuts, even the smell, it ended up taking a lawyer's letter to get any action.

Answer 2

I think a good place to start is calling OSHA. They are responsible for workplace safety. They would be able to tell you what the rules and regulations are and if your employer is in violation.