Disability News
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Northwest Indiana Fast Food Restaurant Sued by EEOC for Disability Discrimination
A northern Indiana fast food restaurant violated federal law by rescinding its job offer and failing to accommodate an applicant with a disability it initially hired, according to a lawsuit filed by the U.S. Equal Employment...
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EEOC Sues McLane Northeast for Disability Discrimination
McLane Northeast, a distribution company with a facility outside Baldwinsville, N.Y., violated federal law by refusing to interview a qualified applicant because she was deaf, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) charged in a lawsuit filed 12/31/20.
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ADA Website "Tester's" Lawsuit Dismissed – Again
In 2020, we saw an explosion of federal lawsuits against hotels alleging that they failed to comply with 28 C.F.R. 36.302(e) of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by not identifying accessible features on their own and third party booking...
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Closing Emotional Support Animal Loophole Good For Airlines And Passengers
People do a lot of things to avoid airline fees. Bring the bag to the gate hoping it will be gate checked rather than pay the checked bag fee. Have friend bring you a third bag beyond...
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Settlement Agreement: State of North Dakota
On December 14, 2020, the United States entered into a comprehensive settlement agreement with North Dakota to resolve complaints alleging that North Dakota discriminates against individuals with physical disabilities by unnecessarily institutionalizing them in nursing facilities, instead of providing them the services they... -
DOJ Continues ADA Celebration Recognizing a Win in Education With Service Animals
The Department of Justice (DOJ) released its latest tribute to its year-long celebration of the 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Throughout this year, the Division is publishing blog posts highlighting the impact that...