The American Disability Act (ADA) outlaws any form of discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all places open to the general public. The Act upholds equal rights and opportunities for people with disabilities in employment, transportation, public...
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What property owners should know if a renter seeks a disability modification
As the owner of a rental property, whether an apartment complex or a home, you have an obligation to tenants with disabilities under two federal laws in addition to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). These are the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Fair...
How to protect your small business from an ADA lawsuit
Your business provides a service or certain goods to the local community. Whether you manufacture products or install roofing, your business has to comply with certain legal obligations to its employees and the general public. Few laws apply to both sets of...
Some people use ADA lawsuits as a source of personal income
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a crucial piece of legislation that protects the rights of those with disabling medical conditions. It is not legal for employers, landlords or even business owners to discriminate against those with disabilities. Failing...
Is your company’s website in violation of the ADA?
If someone wants to plan their California vacation using your travel reservation website, it's imperative to ensure that your website can successfully accommodate people with disabilities. Here's a closer look at why some companies are getting hit with lawsuits and...
Your business and ADA signage
Not only is keeping your company compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act the legal and moral thing to do in California, but it makes good business sense. A welcoming environment including wide aisles, ramps or step-free entrances and security alarms that...
Why an ADA lawsuit might not be targeting you
If you receive notification that someone is bringing an ADA complaint against you, you might panic. You might assume you have unknowingly violated the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) and need to make drastic changes to your establishment, as well as work out how...
Can updating equipment help you avoid ADA lawsuits?
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, companies in California and around the country have to make their businesses as accessible as possible for customers and patrons who may have a disability. However, it can be impossible to plan for every disability if you...
Are uncaptioned videos still ADA compliant in California?
As more of our world goes online, it’s becoming more important than ever to make sure that websites are accessible for people with disabilities. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) says that businesses need to be accessible for people with disabilities to use....
Do hotel rooms have to be ADA compliant in California?
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) ruled in the 1990s that every business or organization must make their organization accessible to people with disabilities. For a lot of buildings and organizations, this means making sure that people with hearing, visual,...