ADA

Your business or organization is legally obligated to put in place appropriate and reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. It means being compliant with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a law that prohibits discrimination...

California’s AB 1757 Will Destroy Consumer Access to Websites

Along with the myth that certain businesses are “grandfathered” in such a way that their owners don’t have to worry about compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), a lot of business owners are under the mistaken impression that being in a historic...

California’s Unruh Civil Rights Act (Unruh) works hand in hand with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to help ensure accessibility for all Californians. This includes website accessibility. Unruh has actually been around several decades longer than the ADA. It...

Many people think about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) as a law that applies only to businesses that maintain retail space and need to be accessible to individuals who have physical impairments. However, it’s important for landlords to remember that they...

In some cases, business owners do want to follow the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) because they’re afraid that it’s going to cost the company money. This doesn’t necessarily just mean that they would have to make expensive changes to their business. They may...

Business is booming in your California hotel—your guests appear happy with the amenities and services you offer, even those with disabilities.  However, a disabled guest recently complained that your swimming pool lacked proper accessibility. They even threatened to...

With the advent of the World Wide Web, more and more businesses are taking their presence online. And if you get it right, a great website can broaden your business’ reach, access new markets and boost your interaction with your clients.  For your website to serve its...

The decision to venture into the restaurant business can be an exciting one. After all, you are looking forward to creating employment opportunities, serving the best dishes and making a meaningful contribution to your community.  But like any other business, a lot...

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) applies to commercial spaces and public accommodations alike. This landmark law also applies to rented living spaces. Those with disabilities cannot be discriminated against when they are seeking housing. Therefore, some...