ADA

California small business owners have a lot to think about. From paying bills to managing employees, you may know first-hand how complex it can be to run a successful company. In addition to all of your other responsibilities and things you have to think about, you...

The Americans with Disabilities Act ("ADA") protects the rights persons with disablities. The ADA requires both small amd large businesses make certain modifications for disabled individuals who come to their business, as well as accommodating the some of the...

California readers would probably not deny that people with disabilities should have the same opportunities as everyone else. Businesses should provide them access to buildings, bathrooms and other areas that would otherwise be off limits to them due to their...

The Americans with Disabilities Act provides many useful guidelines for business owners who seek to comply with the requirements for accommodating those with disabilities. If your company does any new construction, you must meet the guidelines in the ADA,...

As the owner of a California apartment building, you work hard to make your property as safe and welcoming for your tenants as possible. Like other commercial property owners, you have many laws and regulations to follow, including at the local, state and federal...

The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) has for now stopped its efforts to make rules setting up standards for Website Accessibility. This would include not, at least for now, adopting the international website standards organization - the World Wide Web...

Unless you spend your days in a wheelchair, it may not occur to you that there are many things you take for granted. Just trying to get into a room can be a challenge, and many who use wheelchairs must make special accommodations to their homes to allow them to move...

As a business owner, you may encounter a customer or client who enters your establishment with a dog on a harness. This may be upsetting to you or to other employees or customers, particularly if you are running a food establishment, displaying breakable items or have...

More than likely, your hotel already complies with aspects of the Americans with Disabilities Act. You may have ramps, ADA compliant rooms and other accommodations for your guests with disabilities. After all, these guests deserve the same opportunities to enjoy your...

Starting a small business in California can be a complex process. From finding appropriate space for your operations to putting the necessary legal protections in place, there are many things that you must address before you even open your doors to the public. One of...