Perhaps one of the more expensive elements of a commercial building construction or renovation is the installation of an elevator. Most buildings of more than three stories constructed after 1990 must contain an elevator that complies with accessibility rules of the...
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Bringing an existing building into ADA compliance
If you own an existing commercial development, you may know that you must adhere to requirements set out in the Americans with Disabilities Act. However, you may not know where to start in order to bring your building into compliance. You need to know that, if you...
Businesses may face ADA claims if websites have these elements
As a business owner, you understand the importance of reaching potential clients and customers. As a result, you likely have a website for your company that can provide information for those interested in your business, provide opportunities for making purchases...
ADA lawsuits are now taking aim at gift cards
You may have taken every possible step to provide accessibility to your customers with disabilities, as required in the Americans with Disabilities Act. This may include replacing steps with ramps, widening doorways, adding grab bars in the bathrooms and anything else...
Click-by lawsuits may target your hotel website
If you own a hotel in California, you are probably aware that you are a target for drive-by lawsuits for non-compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. This act requires you to provide access for those with disabilities to all public areas of your building....
Keeping your outside walkways safe for those with disabilities
When you purchased the building for your business, you probably took care to ensure that your bathrooms, doorways and other parts of the building were compliant with the guidelines in the Americans with Disabilities Act. These rules provide accessibility to those who...
Rental property and complying with ADA rules
If you own a multifamily rental property, you know how difficult it can be to make sure you are doing everything you have to do to maintain the buildings and protect the rights of your tenants. This can be an overwhelming endeavor, and it can be expensive as well. One...
Are your public restrooms ADA compliant?
When operating an existing business, or when remodeling existing space or designing new space, you need to make certain that your restrooms are ADA compliant, otherwise you will be certain to face an ADA lawsuit. One area that deserves attention to ADA regulations is...
Are there areas where your business is not ADA compliant?
As a business owner, you know there are countless things you must think about, from running your company, to payroll to employee management. It can sometimes seem overwhelming and it's easy to overlook some things, such as handicap accessibility and ADA compliance....
Do you have to let a service dog into your restaurant?
Even if you are not a dog lover, you can probably still appreciate the skills trainers can teach a dog. Beyond basic obedience and circus tricks, a dog can learn to perform valuable services for humans, especially those with illnesses or injuries that leave them...