ADA

When it comes to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), people often think of the physical condition of the property. For instance, a store owner may need to install a wheelchair ramp to make the store more accessible. The owner of a gym may need...

Thanks to the invention of the internet, many entrepreneurs no longer need a physical storefront to run a business. Many operate entirely online, from e-commerce stores to service-based businesses offering virtual products or consultations. However, even in the...

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) helped make public life more accessible for millions of people with various medical challenges. Under the ADA, employers and landlords typically cannot discriminate against individuals with disabling medical conditions. They...

Hotels with beach access offer a highly desirable experience for guests. But even as running these businesses is a potentially lucrative endeavor, this task also involves navigating specific challenges when it comes to Hotels complying with the Americans with...

An accessible “path of travel” is crucial for buildings to meet the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) and California accessibility design requirements. A path of travel is far more than a step-free path from the parking lot to a building entrance. It needs to allow...

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance is an important part of business operations. ADA compliance helps ensure anyone with disabilities is given the same opportunities, services and accessibility as everyone else. Businesses that fail to comply with ADA...

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) mandates that businesses provide equal access to public spaces, employment and housing for individuals with disabilities. A critical component of this law is the right of individuals with disabilities to be accompanied by a...

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) created several obligations for businesses. Many of those obligations relate to public access rights. Customers and other visitors to a business can file complaints and possibly also lawsuits over alleged ADA violations. When...

If you own a business, you know that federal, state and local laws can all impact how your company operates. Due to concerns ranging from safety to transparency, lawmakers often have a vested interest in how companies do business. You need to pay close attention to...

Modern hotel owners are under increased pressure to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and noncompliant bathrooms are often the cause of complaints. While you never want to disadvantage guests, ADA guidelines are extensive – it is easy to overlook...