Congratulations, you just got married, or you were going to. Then you got to the courthouse and things got complicated. There was no ramp so you could enter the building, no ground level door at another entrance, and on top of that the lady who issues the license wouldn’t come out to you. To put it simply there was no wheelchair access, and the attitude didn’t help.
Though maybe not at the top of everyone’s recreation list, shooting ranges and shooting sports are a passion for some. Owners of shooting facilities may not consider that their buildings and grounds need to be user-friendly for those with disabilities. They are subject to the same laws as any other facility or building under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Wheelchair ramps are important. If you or a loved one makes use of a wheelchair for mobility, getting to your favorite places can quickly become a chore. Just because you are in a wheelchair doesn’t mean that you should be denied access to any building, which is why wheelchair ramps are a crucial part of your life. So when you come across places that don’t have one, you need to think about taking action.
As an American with a disability, you have inherent rights. That means you should be able to safely access buildings without the fear of injury. And when establishments don’t follow the law set forth in that regard, you need help to fix the problem. With the help of an ADA expert, your safety and well being will be the priority, especially when it comes to the business that doesn’t allow you access.
With pool season upon us, it is important to know your rights when it comes to ADA accessibility and swimming pools.
QUESTION: Do I have to sit in the front row because I am in a wheelchair?
In a recent article on Statesman.com, the mother of a boy with spina bifida and cerebral palsy who could not access a playground in his wheelchair commented:
“He goes out and he sits and watches as the other kids play. The only reason we’ve tolerated it this long is there are such good people and kids at the school, they come and play with him and try to bring him balls … every kid wants to be able to go independently where they can and not have to rely on everyone else to incorporate them.”
