Recently, two inmates in the Cook County Jail in Illinois filed separate federal lawsuits alleging the jail has not provided appropriate disabled access. Does the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protect the rights of inmates? Yes. In fact, the Supreme Court specifically ruled on June 15, 1998 that the ADA covers inmates in state prisons and local jails.
Are service animals protected under the ADA? The short answer is yes. Service animals are invaluable assets for individuals…
We often get thought provoking and controversial questions here at ACCESS. Our most recent question is a prime…
The Americans with Disabilities Act was established to combat discrimination against those with disabilities in our country. It covers issues…
We all benefit from fresh air, exercise, and sport in the great American outdoors. This is why the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires that recreational facilities be made accessible to people with disabilities of all types. Here are a few of the highlights of ADA requirements regarding outdoor recreation:
Condominiums are tricky things. They consist of an owned area similar to an apartment, in a large multi-person…
Is this a situation you have experienced? You are a person with a disability and use a wheelchair;…
