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Regarding Jack Faus's remarks about his concern that he's being set up to get booted out of his company, there is a LOT of truth in John Morey's response. The ADA is going to do very little for someone who has direct access to the CEO. I don't think it was even written for situations like Jack's. As I recall it the law was written to require wheelchair ramps in apartment buildings, wide toilet stalls, etc. The job protection provisions are must less specific - and like John says, eliminating Jack's position eliminates the ability of the CEO to discriminate. Jack's fired to reduce costs. End of problem for CEO. And I don't think you can just go down to the police station and file a complaint - you have to sue, don't you? In any case, Jack should really look at this as a great opportunity to get the hell out of a situation that can only get worse, with his financial security greatly enhanced. As soon as he starts making any kind of veiled or unveiled threats re ADA, lawyers, etc. he'll face workplace retaliation. I think the CEO is likely to react as John predicts, though, if a deal were proposed. John, would it be feasible for Jack to hire a consultant to help him negotiate a package? Bruce A. 51, 2 1/2