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The Spirit of the ADA and Your Business
If you are merely complying with the ADA to meet a legal requirement, you’re missing the true purpose—or spirit—of the ADA. -
The ADA and Title II Public Entities
The ADA ensures access by people with disabilities to buildings, facilities, programs, services, and activities offered by state and local governments. -
About the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design
What's in the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design? How do these standards relate to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)? This article answers these questions and more. -
Olmstead Decision
What’s the Olmstead decision? How does it relate to Title II of the ADA? This article introduces the Olmstead decision and looks at a few related court cases in New York, New Jersey, and Puerto Rico. -
A History of Discrimination and the ADA
Find out why civil rights laws are important for protecting people with disabilities from discrimination, and get an overview of key US civil right laws that protect people with disabilities—including...
Articles
- The Spirit of the ADA and Your Business
Summary: The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has many regulations, and as a business owner, you may feel that you have a lot to do to meet ADA requirements. However, it may help to approach comp... - The ADA and Title II Public Entities
SUMMARY: The ADA ensures access by people with disabilities to buildings, facilities, programs, services, and activities offered by state and local governments (public entities). These include voting... - About the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design
Summary: The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) calls for many aspects of the built environment to be accessible to people with disabilities. The requirements for making that happen are found in th... - Olmstead Decision
SUMMARY: The Olmstead decision, which was issued by the US Supreme Court in 1999, has had a major impact on many people and communities. It clarified that because of Title II of the ADA (Americans wit... - A History of Discrimination and the ADA
SUMMARY: Discrimination is when a person is treated unfairly compared to others. The United States has laws that prohibit many forms of discrimination, including discrimination against people with dis... - The ADA and Transportation Providers
SUMMARY: Many aspects of transportation are covered by regulations based on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This article gives an overview of the ADA requirements for transportation service... - The ADA and Parking
SUMMARY: Accessible parking is a common feature in parking lots—and a common topic in questions posed on the Northeast ADA Center hotline. This article explains why accessible parking matters an... - What Is the Americans with Disabilities Act?
SIGNED BY: President George H. W. Bush SIGNED ON: July 26, 1990 SIGNIFICANCE: Protects the civil rights of people with disabilities in many ways. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) had stron... - The ADA and Employers
SUMMARY: Most employers must comply with the ADA’s employment-related rules about disability. These rules apply to all stages of employment: pre-offer, post-offer, and during employment. This ar... - Perceptions of Disability and the ADA
The way society views disability has a big impact on our laws surrounding disability, as well as on our day-to-day lives. Let’s look at where we’ve been—and at where we’re goin... - Rehabilitation Act
SIGNED BY: President Richard Nixon SIGNED ON: September 26, 1973 SIGNIFICANCE: The Rehabilitation Act was one of the first civil rights laws in the United States to protect people with disabilities... - The ADA and Health Care Providers
SUMMARY: This article introduces basic Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements for health care providers. It talks about providing access to the actual building and its features, the use of... - Who Is Protected by the ADA?
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protects the civil rights of people with disabilities, but how can we know whether someone has a disability, for the purposes of applying the law? The ADA ans... - About Advocacy Resources
SUMMARY: The Northeast ADA Center aims to educate the public in our region about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Much of that education comes through providing technical assistance to indiv... - ADA Overview
The ADA, or the Americans with Disabilities Act, is the basis of many laws and rules that protect the civil rights of Americans who have some sort of disability. The ADA was passed in 1990 with strong... - About Voting Access Rights
Summary: Many different laws apply to voting rights for people with disabilities. Also, you can report voting problems. Voting is a right of all Americans, including people with disabilities. As long... - The ADA and Facility Access Stakeholders
SUMMARY: The ADA applies to recreational facilities, and this article explains not only why this is the case, but also why it matters. The article also helps you begin to understand the regulations f... - About Recreation Accessibility
SUMMARY: The ADA applies to recreational facilities, and this article explains not only why this is the case, but also why it matters. The article also helps you begin to understand the regulatio... - How to File a Complaint
Is something not up to ADA standards? Do you want to file a complaint? If yes, start by figuring out which agency you should complain to. For example, to report a problem with public transportation, y... - About Effective Communication in Title II and Title III
SUMMARY: The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) discusses communications-related requirements for Title II and Title III entities. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) sets the groundwork for... - The ADA and Public Places
Summary: This article focuses on businesses—stores, restaurants, salons, theaters, and more—that are open to the public. Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has a lot to... - Administrative Requirements for Title II Public Entities
SUMMARY: To jumpstart and maintain their compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Title II public entities should adhere to five administrative requirements. To comply with the Amer... - The ADA and Employment Service Professionals
SUMMARY: This article is a starting point for learning more about employment service professionals (ESPs). It explains how these professionals support the employment of individuals with disabilit... - Architectural Barriers Act (ABA)
SIGNED BY: President Lyndon Johnson SIGNED ON: August 12, 1968 SIGNIFICANCE: The Architectural Barriers Act (ABA) mandates that buildings and facilities that are designed, built, or funded with fede... - State & Local Government Overview
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has an entire title, Title II, devoted to the accessibility of state and local governments. Title II requires that people with disabilities have equal access... - About Reasonable Accommodations in the Workplace
SUMMARY: Rules that stem from Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and from the Rehabilitation Act, concern disability in the workplace. These rules protect the rights of job applican... - The ADA and Fixed-Route Buses
SUMMARY: This page is for bus operators and anyone who needs to understand bus accessibility. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has regulations that describe how operators of fixed-route buses... - Parking & Transportation Overview
SUMMARY: The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has given us inspiration, guidance, and specific rules about parking and transportation. Accessible Parking and Transportation Makes a Difference T... - Health Care Overview
What with Titles II and III of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and the Rehabilitation Act, nearly all health care providers must follow many rules in order to avoid discriminating against p... - ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA)
SIGNED BY: President George W. Bush SIGNED ON: September 25, 2008 SIGNIFICANCE: The ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA) clarified the meaning of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by rejecting several... - The ADA and Service Animals
SUMMARY: What’s a service animal? The answer depends on the situation, and this FAQ article explains the basics. The term service animal is often misunderstood or misused. Service animal has a... - The ADA and Service Animal Handlers
SUMMARY: What should someone with a service animal know about their rights and responsibilities as a service animal handler when they go into the community? This FAQ article explains a few important p... - 8 Tips for Communicating with a Patient Who Has a Disability
SUMMARY: As a health care provider, you may be unsure about how to interact with patients who have disabilities. This article offers easy-to-follow tips that you can put into place today to strengthen... - Service Animals Overview
SUMMARY: From the perspective of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), here are a few key things to know about service animals. Service animals are one of the most asked about topics on the Nort... - Fair Housing Act (FHA)
SIGNED BY: Lyndon Johnson (FHA), Ronald Reagan (FHAA) SIGNED ON: 1968 (FHA); September 13, 1988 (FHAA) SIGNIFICANCE: The original Fair Housing Act (FHA) prohibited discrimination based on race, colo... - Buildings & Facilities Overview
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has a lot to say about the physical objects that make up our built environment. Built environment refers to the things around us that are made by people and t... - Miniature Horses as Service Animals
SUMMARY: Under the regulations for Title II and III of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) from the Department of Justice (DOJ), a service animal must be a dog and no other species of animal. Ho... - Employment Overview
Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) says employers may not discriminate against a job applicant who has a disability. It also says employers may not discriminate against employees wit... - State- and Territory-Based Accessibility Requirements
SUMMARY: This article discusses the relationship between federal ADA standards and state or local accessibility standards, in the context of the built environment, that is, things like buildings, side... - Related Laws Overview
In the United States, several federal laws focus on disability or have provisions for disability. The focus of the Northeast ADA Center and this website is primarily the Americans with Disabilities Ac... - Public Places Overview
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) covers public places. The ADA has different things to say about different types of public places. Title II of the ADA covers public places that are funded by... - Finding Disability Statistics
Summary: Statistics about disability in New York, New Jersey, and Puerto Rico are easy to find on the Local Area Disability Data Dashboard. You can also find national disability data and a disability...
Fact Sheets
- Four Laws That Protect the Rights of Voters with Disabilities (PDF)
Four US laws protect the voting rights of people with disabilities, and you can learn about them in a fact sheet from the Northeast ADA Center. Vote, voter, poll, polling - The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) & Older People (PDF)
Learn about why the ADA is important for older people in this fact sheet from the Northeast ADA Center. Search: elderly, retired, senior - Is COVID-19 a Disability? (PDF)
Determining whether people with long-COVID have a disability requires an individual assessment. People with lasting effects from COVID-19 that impact their ability to work should request reasonable ac... - Including Older People with Disabilities (PDF)
This fact sheet discusses how the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) applies to older people. Search: elderly, retired, senior - Bus Operators: Key Tips for Serving Riders with Disabilities (PDF)
Discover best practices and ADA rules for bus operators to transport riders with disabilities in this fact sheet from the Northeast ADA Center.
Documents
- Four Laws That Protect the Rights of Voters with Disabilities (PDF)
Four US laws protect the voting rights of people with disabilities, and you can learn about them in a fact sheet from the Northeast ADA Center. Vote, voter, poll, polling - The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) & Older People (PDF)
Learn about why the ADA is important for older people in this fact sheet from the Northeast ADA Center. Search: elderly, retired, senior - Is COVID-19 a Disability? (PDF)
Determining whether people with long-COVID have a disability requires an individual assessment. People with lasting effects from COVID-19 that impact their ability to work should request reasonable ac... - Including Older People with Disabilities (PDF)
This fact sheet discusses how the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) applies to older people. Search: elderly, retired, senior - Bus Operators: Key Tips for Serving Riders with Disabilities (PDF)
Discover best practices and ADA rules for bus operators to transport riders with disabilities in this fact sheet from the Northeast ADA Center. - Employment of Veterans with Service-Connected Disabilities (PDF)
- Shopping and Customer Service (PDF)
Does the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) require retail stores to provide wheelchairs to shoppers? Find out in a fact sheet from the Northeast ADA Center. Title III. - How to be Welcoming to Patients with Disabilities (PDF)
- Because of the ADA Fact Sheet (27th Anniversary) (PDF)
Celebrate the 27th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) with fun facts, figures, quotes, and more. - Advocacy and Independent Living Resources (PDF)
Fact sheet about disability advocacy, legal, or other enforcement-related assistance in New York, New Jersey, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands - Overview of Revised Title II and Title III Regulations (PDF)
- Overview of the 2010 Standards for Accessible Design (PDF)
- The ADA and Small Business (PDF)
- Outdoor Recreation & Accessible Routes (PDF)
Explore the topic of accessible routes at outdoor recreation sites in this fact sheet from the Northeast ADA Center. - Beach Access Routes (PDF)
What makes a public beach accessible? View photos and get an overview of important standards and best practices in this fact sheet from the Northeast ADA Center. - Golf Courses (PDF)
Learn about regulations for golf course accessibility and for golf car passages in this fact sheet from the Northeast ADA Center. - Web Accessibility at Colleges and Universities (PDF)
Accessible virtual learning and web content in higher education, with an overview of WCAG 2.1 recommendations and implementation tips. A fact sheet from the Northeast ADA Center.
Ask About the ADA
- Courts and Accessible Electronic Documents
Q: I am an attorney who uses a screen reader due to my disability. I have a case in the circuit court. Must the court provide me with accessible versions of electronic documents? A: The answer to thi... - I am the only HR person in a small business, how do I help our managers understand the Americans with Disabilities Act?
Small business is a critical driver in our economy and a very attractive option for those who are looking for work. The people seeking jobs include people with disabilities. However, because small bus... - What about COVID-19?
Q: What COVID-19 resources do you recommend? A: First, let’s acknowledge that coping with COVID-19 can be very difficult, and we hope you’re doing okay with whatever challenges brought yo... - If I have a problem voting because of a barrier related to my disability on Election Day, who should I contact?
The right to an equal opportunity to vote is protected under multiple federal laws including the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you believe that you faced discrimination while attempting to vote,... - How has the US Department of Justice helped to ensure equal and effective access for people with disabilities to health care?
Q: How has the US Department of Justice helped to ensure equal and effective access for people with disabilities to health care? A: The US Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division, in coll...
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- Courts and Accessible Electronic Documents
Q: I am an attorney who uses a screen reader due to my disability. I have a case in the circuit court. Must the court provide me with accessible versions of electronic documents? - I am the only HR person in a small business, how do I help our managers understand the Americans with Disabilities Act?
. - What about COVID-19?
Q: What COVID-19 resources do you recommend? - If I have a problem voting because of a barrier related to my disability on Election Day, who should I contact?
. - How has the US Department of Justice helped to ensure equal and effective access for people with disabilities to health care?
Q: How has the US Department of Justice helped to ensure equal and effective access for people with disabilities to health care? - Service Animals on Public Transit
Q: Are the rules for service animals different on public transportation than they are for service animals in other areas like restaurants and stores? - Tax Incentives for Business Owners to Improve Accessibility
Q: I own a small business that needs some physical modifications for people who are wheelchair users or have other mobility impairments. Does the federal government have any tax incentives to help me... - If a business charges for its parking lot access, does someone with a disabled parking placard have to pay?
. - Other Power-Driven Mobility Devices
Q: I am a concert organizer. A ticket holder has asked to bring their golf cart to the outdoor event as they use it as a mobility aid. Do I have to allow the use of golf carts? - Broken Elevators at Transit Stations
Q. If a transit station has an elevator that breaks down, do the ADA regulations address what should be done to accommodate riders with disabilities? - I noticed that snow has been plowed into the accessible parking space(s) at my grocery store. Isn't this an ADA violation?
. - Do voting ballots need to be accessible?
. - Does the ADA apply to grades K through 12?
. - Videos for Online College Classes
Q: Must videos for online college classes have closed captions? - Who is protected under the ADA?
. - My business has requests from time to time to provide for interpreters and other services for people who are deaf or hard of hearing. Are there any tax benefits I can claim to assist me with these costs?
tax - Forms for Flying with a Service Animal
Q: I frequently travel with my service dog, Max. I'm getting ready for a cross-country flight. The airlines now require a Department of Transportation (DOT) form to be filled out and sent back at leas... - Is there a list of disabilities that are covered under the ADA?
. - Accessible On-street Parking
Q: I've found the ADA standards for accessible parking in parking lots, but I have never found anything for street parking that have marked-out or metered on-street parking spaces. Is there a standard... - Can I bring my service animal into my polling site on Election Day?
. - Does an employer have to lower the performance or production standards for an employee with a disability?
. - Do cities and towns have to keep sidewalks clear of snow?
. - Do electronic voting machines have to be accessible to someone with a vision related disability?
. - Federal Websites and the ADA
Q: Are federal websites covered by the ADA? - Are there State laws that protect people with disabilities?
. - Does the ADA apply to schools as well?
. - If I lease my medical office space, am I responsible for making the exam room, waiting room, and toilet rooms are accessible?
. - Paying to Assist a Child
Q: My son, who has a disability, attends a gym. His father goes with him as he has personal needs that need attending. The gym wants his father to get a membership even though he is there only to assi... - Reasonable Accommodations for Primary Caregivers
. - Limits to Wheelchair Size on Buses
Q: Can a transit provider deny service to a rider based on the size of the mobility device they use? - What is the ADA?
. - Does a polling site have to be physically accessible?
. - Can I call the ADA?
The ADA is not an agency, organization, or service provider. Also known as the Americans with Disabilities Act, the ADA is a civil rights law. - Contacting My Bank
Q: My bank just eliminated its call center and now does everything through an app or on a chat box on their website. Does this violate the ADA? - Pool Lifts at a Resort
Q: Do swimming pool lifts have to be at every pool at a resort? Can one be shared by pools located near each other? - Accessible Bathroom Stalls
Q: Are accessible bathroom stalls only for people with mobility impairments? - Voluntary Disclosure of Disability
Q: I am a cancer patient in remission for Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia. I have been applying to jobs (post cancer diagnosis) and am confused what I should answer regarding the voluntary disclosure of... - Does the ADA make it so I must hire people with disabilities who are not qualified for the job?
. - I applied for a clerical position at a local church. I am a person with a disability and may need a reasonable accommodation. Are churches exempt from the ADA?
. - My hospital is controlled by a religious organization. Does Title III of the ADA still apply?
. - ADA and Product Certifications
Q: My company produces grab bars according to the design criteria set out in the ADA design standards. A customer, a shipyard in Europe, now asks for stamped certification that our grab bars are ADA c... - What is Title I of the ADA?
What is Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act and which employers does it apply to? Is it different in New York or New Jersey? - Requests for Telework
. - Food Allergies and Colleges and Universities
Q: My son needs an accommodation from the college where he is applying, as he has food allergies and does not want to use their meal plan. The school says the committee will not meet to see if they ca... - Federal Contractors and Self-Disclosure of a Disability
Q: I am applying for a job with a company that is a federal contractor. The application asks if I want to self-identify as having a disability. Is this question illegal? - Beach Access
Q: I heard that the ADA applies to public beaches, but I don’t see requirements in the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design about how to provide access over the sand. Am I missing something? - Am I covered under the ADA if I am elderly?
Q: As an older person, am I covered under the ADA if I am elderly? - Many of the stores I go to offer motorized carts. One of the grocery stores I use does not have these. Are they violating the ADA?
. - Are there any State or Federal agencies that proactively enforce the ADA?
. - Job Coaches as a Reasonable Accommodation
Q: I am a vocational rehabilitation counselor. A large retail store told me that due to COVID-19 restrictions, they cannot accept any job applicants who will need a job coach as a reasonable accommoda... - I want my town to be more accessible for people who are wheelchair users. Will the ADA come and help me advocate for this?
. - A List of Disabilities
Q: Does the ADA have a full list of all the conditions that are covered under the act? - Can they ask me to bring my companion to interpret?
I made a first-time appointment with an oncologist. When I let them know I was Deaf, they asked if my wife or other family member could provide sign language interpretation, as interpreters are very e... - Accommodations by Municipalities under Title II
Q: What about an accommodation for attending a town board meeting on a second floor with no elevator? - Collective Bargaining
Q: Does our collective bargaining agreement allow us to deny reasonable accommodations if they violate the agreement? - Service Animals in Churches
Q: Is it illegal for a church to deny entry to a person with a service dog? - Paratransit Eligibility Documentation
Q: When a transit agency is going through the process of determining paratransit eligibility for riders with disabilities, can the transit provider require a disability diagnosis from a licensed physi... - Reserved Parking for Renters
Q: I would like to have a reserved parking space at my apartment complex where I live because I have difficulty walking long distances due to my disability and the parking lot is first come, first ser... - Accommodations and Job Training
I am a vocational counselor. I referred a customer for training, but the training provider would not accept the customer because he is dyslexic, and they did not have the dedicated staff available to... - Does the ADA apply to websites?
. - Reasonable Accommodations and Fairness
Q: How does an individual advocate when the employer says certain requests are not fair to other employees? - Emotional Support Dogs in Common Areas of Housing
Q: I was told by my apartment complex’s management that that I would need a doctor’s note in order to take my emotional support dog into any common areas like the laundry room. Is this correct? - Does the ADA make it unlawful to fire a worker who has a disability?
. - Title I and Production Quotas
Q: I am legally blind, and my workplace has a daily production quota. I have the same daily quota as employees without disabilities, and if I do not reach the standard percentage, I could be fired. Is... - Does the ADA provide reasonable accommodation forms?
. - Does an online college class have to be accessible?
Q: Does an online college class have to be accessible? - Does my employer have to provide a facemask that meets my disability needs if they require face coverings on the job?
Q. Does my employer have to provide a facemask that meets my disability needs if they require face coverings on the job? - Traveling Carnivals and County Fairs
Q: How do the ADA Standards apply to amusement rides at traveling carnivals? - US Citizens in Foreign Universities
Q: I attend a college that is not based in the United States, but it has an office in New York. Are they required to follow the ADA and provide me with reasonable accommodations for school? - Building a Single Family Home
Q: I am a contractor and am building a new home for a single family. Where can I find the ADA guidance for designing the bathrooms and kitchens? - Nonprofits and Religious Entities
Q: I am trying to find out if a 501(c)(3) is a “religious” entity for ADA purposes (i.e., accommodations in a day care). I am having no luck. Is there a place to look on tax forms or such that would a... - Reasonable Modification of Polices
Q: I own a dental practice. A patient asked if my staff could fill out their paperwork for them because they have a cognitive disability. Our policy is that they complete this on their own. Do we have... - Information Requests When Seeking a Reasonable Accommodation
. - Does the ADA Title I cover short-term disabilities?
. - Can telecommuting be a type of reasonable accommodation for work?
. - Can a job coach be a type of reasonable accommodation?
Q: Can a job coach be a type of reasonable accommodation? - The difference between service animals, emotional support animals, or therapy animals can be confusing. Are they all covered under the ADA?
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a service animal is defined as a dog, and sometimes a miniature horse, that has been trained to complete a specific task relative to the needs of an in... - Do I have to pay for an interpreter for every patient who is Deaf?
Q: I am opening a new dental practice. Do I have to pay for an interpreter for every patient who is Deaf? - How long should it take to get a reasonable accommodation for my job?
. - Marginal Job Function
Q. One of my customer service employees just told me that they have a disability that makes it hard to use their hands for repetitive work. They asked to be released from assisting with stuffing envel... - Personal Mobility Devices and Charging Stations
Q: I have a motorized wheelchair that I use for my mobility. Are municipal buildings required to have charging stations in case I need to charge my wheelchair? - I own a small corner store that has double doors at the entrance. Recently, a customer told me that since the doors are not automatic they do not comply with the ADA. Is this true?
. - Camping Accommodations
Q: We have a campground available for people attending an outdoor concert. A patron called and asked if they could have electricity at their tent site as they use a CPAP machine at night. We do not us... - Does the ADA apply to all apartments and condominiums?
. - Benches at Bus Stops
Q: My bus stop has a shelter but there are no benches for me to sit on as I wait for the bus. I have a mobility impairment and it is hard for me to stand for long periods. Does the ADA require that bu... - Essential Job Function
How can I figure out whether a job function is essential or not? - Open vs. Closed Caption Videos
Q: I am trying to make videos on my website more accessible for my customers by adding captioning. Can you explain the difference between open and closed captioning? - Personal Assistants as a Reasonable Accommodation
Q: Is asking for a personal assistance service a reasonable accommodation in the workplace under the ADA? - Service Animals on Airplanes
Q: Recently the Department of Transportation (DOT) changed the rules for service animals and emotional support animals on airplanes. Why was this done? - Is Stress Covered Under the ADA?
Q: I am the ADA Coordinator at a college. A student is asking for a reasonable accommodation, as they are under stress. Is stress covered under the ADA? - If a patient using a wheelchair in my health care practice cannot perform a transfer without assistance, do we have to help them?
Q: If a patient using a wheelchair in my health care practice cannot perform a transfer without assistance, do we have to help them? - Can I ask for a new supervisor as a reasonable accommodation?
. - I'm someone with a disability that people can't see. In my job interview tomorrow, do I have to tell the company about my disability in the interview?
. - What is “undue hardship” mean relative to reasonable accommodations?
. - Service Dogs at My B&B
Q: I live in and own a bed and breakfast that has four rooms. Do I have to allow service animals or emotional support animals to stay? - What does Title III cover under the ADA?
. - Hiring the Most Qualified Candidate
Q: If I have multiple applicants for my open position and one of those applicants has a disability, am I required under the ADA to offer the position to that individual first? - Is a service animal in training afforded the same rights as a fully trained service animal?
. - Churches and Coffee Bars
Q: I am a parishioner at a church in New Jersey. We are constructing a coffee bar in our church. The bar will have a sink on the serving side. What are the ADA requirements for the bar and sink on bot... - Can the use of an accessible parking space be restricted for a limited amount of time?
. - I’m a small business owner. I’ve been thinking about hiring people with disabilities to fill chronically open positions, but I worry about the cost of accommodations.
Several studies have shown that an ADA accommodation is often an investment rather than a cost. - Can my employer ask about my disability after they have made me a job offer?
. - The ADA, the Workplace, and Emotional Support Dogs
Q: My dog provides me with emotional support. Do I have a right under the ADA to have my dog with me on the job? - Do I need to get a special license for my service dog to be registered as a service animal?
. - Is an assigned accessible parking space a type of reasonable accommodation?
. - Are complaints to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission anonymous?
. - Is my ADA Complaint with the Department of Justice anonymous?
. - Are service animals permitted in disaster shelters?
. - Fitness for Duty Exams for College Students
Q: My daughter suspended her college enrollment due to medical reasons but is ready to re-enroll. The school is asking for a letter from her physician stating that she is fit to begin school again. Is... - Employment and Medication
Q: I am currently taking Suboxone for my opioid use disorder. This is prescribed as part of my treatment program. Can a potential employer refuse to hire me because of my current medication? - Can the ADA Pay?
Q: Will the ADA pay for things like wheelchair vans or a service animal? - My Service Animal Was Attacked
Q: My service animal was attacked by a neighbor’s dog. What can the ADA do to help me? - Can my service animal sit in a shopping cart or up on restaurant seating with me?
. - Finding a Lawyer
Q: Do the ADA Centers make referrals to attorneys? - Temporary Events and Communication
Q: I am organizing an outdoor concert and was told that our medical tent would have to have a sign language interpreter there at all times. There will be interpreters at the event, but do I have to as... - Accessible Routes for Paddleball
Q: My county is building a new, elevated platform paddleball court. The court surface is raised several feet to allow space underneath for heaters that melt snow and ice from the court surface, as thi... - My College Club Is Inaccessible
Q: A club at my college is on a second floor with no elevator. We offered the club a space that was accessible. They stated that it was not required as they are not a public entity. Is this true? - Information about the Fair Housing Act
Q: Where can I learn about the Fair Housing Act and how it is enforced? - Service Animals and Vests
Q: Does a service animal need to wear a vest that identifies it as service animal?
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Blog Posts
- #Thanks to the ADA—Puerto Rico
July 29, 2020
As we approach the 30th Anniversary of the ADA, many people are celebrating how far we have come, as well as reflecting on how far we still have to go. The Northeast ADA Center is part of the ADA Nati... - 30+ Years of the Americans with Disabilities Act
July 06, 2021
We have been celebrating the 30th Anniversary of the ADA all year! This landmark, civil rights legislation is the most far-reaching when it comes to protecting the rights of people with disabilities t... - Explainer: Accessible Absentee Voting in NYS
May 10, 2022
Joe Zesski of the Northeast ADA Center explains the role technology can play in accommodating voters with disabilities. It's the law in New York state that voters must be permitted to vote privately... - What the ADA Tells Us about Accessibility When Implementing COVID-19 Regulations
July 08, 2020
During these times of uncertainty about what about what the “new normal” will look like as the country begins to re-open, we wanted to remind everyone about an oldie-but-a-goodie law that... - Housing accessibility conundrum: What do these questions have in common?
May 20, 2020
“I would like to know how to file an ADA complaint against my landlord. He told me I cannot have a reserved parking space near my apartment that I need because of my disability.” “M...
Blog Posts
- #Thanks to the ADA—Puerto Rico
As we approach the 30th Anniversary of the ADA, many people are celebrating how far we have come, as well as reflecting on how far we still have to go. The Northeast ADA Center is part of the ADA Nati... - 30+ Years of the Americans with Disabilities Act
We have been celebrating the 30th Anniversary of the ADA all year! This landmark, civil rights legislation is the most far-reaching when it comes to protecting the rights of people with disabilities t... - Explainer: Accessible Absentee Voting in NYS
Joe Zesski of the Northeast ADA Center explains the role technology can play in accommodating voters with disabilities. It's the law in New York state that voters must be permitted to vote privately... - What the ADA Tells Us about Accessibility When Implementing COVID-19 Regulations
During these times of uncertainty about what about what the “new normal” will look like as the country begins to re-open, we wanted to remind everyone about an oldie-but-a-goodie law that... - Housing accessibility conundrum: What do these questions have in common?
“I would like to know how to file an ADA complaint against my landlord. He told me I cannot have a reserved parking space near my apartment that I need because of my disability.” “M... - Trying to Understand Web Accessibility
By: Grace Fairchild You probably already understand that many aspects of our daily lives have migrated online—for instance, you are reading this not from a printed pamphlet, but from a blo... - Parents of Children with Disabilities and Summer Camp Planning: 3 Things to Know
Yes, it’s that time of year when parents and guardians are making plans for summer activities for their children. For many families, that involves exploring summer camp options. If you are a par... - Should artificial intelligence or algorithms decide who is hired or promoted?
The use of software tools like algorithms and other forms of artificial intelligence (AI) by employers has increased significantly over the past several years. These tools are used to make decisions a... - Animated Educational Videos for Kids from the Northeast ADA Center
Here at the Northeast ADA Center, we work to educate all our regional stakeholders about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and how it impacts and applies to their lives and the community. For... - Mental Health & College Students
Recognizing the struggle faced by college students with mental illnesses, Brittany Stone has set out to help students find accommodations and raise awareness about mental health issues among students.... - #Thanks to the ADA—NY
As we approach the 30th Anniversary of the ADA, many people are celebrating how far we have come, as well as reflecting on how far we still have to go. The Northeast ADA Center is part of the ADA Nati... - Service Animals: Not as Confusing as It May Seem—New Service Animals Toolkit Clears Up Confusion
I have had five dogs in my lifetime, and I can remember every single nuance of their personalities and what they’ve brought to my life. From my border collie I had as a child, to my mixed mutts... - El Centro de la ADA del Noreste Ofrece Asistencia Técnica en Español para Hispano Hablantes
¿Está buscando información acerca de sus derechos bajo la Ley de Estadounidenses con Discapacidades? Una manera fácil y sencilla es enviarnos u... - Making Sense of the Numbers
Recently, the Northeast ADA Center received an email that asked for direction in understanding estimates of the numbers and percentage of people with disabilities in the United States. The emailer w... - How to Engage in ADA Conversations
Like many people, I thought I knew enough about inclusivity when I began as a student employee for the Northeast ADA Center in September 2019. But in my time working with the Americans with Disabiliti... - Implementing the Americans with Disabilities Act in a Health Care Setting
Equal access to health care for individuals with disabilities is an ongoing challenge. The Northeast ADA will soon be offering a webinar based in part on this topic. People with disabilities lag be... - A Place for Everyone at the Table: The Importance of Accessible Event Planning
The Northeast ADA Center has received several requests recently for training on hosting accessible events. These requests have ranged from businesses hosting meetings and conferences to groups hosting... - The Inclusive Fitness and Wellness Toolkit
Everyone has different interests and abilities when it comes to wellness activities. Some people like to do yoga, meditation, or knitting to relax and relieve stress; these types of activities can be... - #Thanks to the ADA—New Jersey
As we approach the 30th Anniversary of the ADA, many people are celebrating how far we have come, as well as reflecting on how far we still have to go. The Northeast ADA Center is part of the ADA Nati... - Thinking about Electronic Document Accessibility
The internet has transformed everything from research to making restaurant reservations. But despite easing everyday tasks for many people, the Internet adds a new level of complexity for accessibilit... - Teaching during COVID—ADA Considerations
As the world continues to grapple with the risks and restrictions caused by the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), the school year is about to begin. Some school districts will offer classes virtually, oth... - Transportation Survey
We would like to invite you to participate in a national survey titled, Transportation Access and Experiences, which is designed to improve understanding of accessibility of public transportation for... - May Flowers and Accessible Gardening
As summer approaches, many people look forward to the opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors and one of the best ways to do so is by gardening. Whether planting in our own front yard, tending vegetab... - Welcome to Ask About the ADA, a New Podcast from the Northeast ADA Center!
The Northeast ADA Center’s mission is to educate the public about the Americans with Disabilities Act in New York, New Jersey, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands. To put a voice and personal... - #Thanks to the ADA—US Virgin Islands
As we approach the 30th Anniversary of the ADA, many people are celebrating how far we have come, as well as reflecting on how far we still have to go. The Northeast ADA Center is part of the ADA Nati... - Where do I go to learn about the ADA?
Have you ever wondered where to go for information about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)? The Northeast ADA Center provides information and training on the ADA in New York, New Jersey, Puert...
Webinars
- Introduction to the Service Animal Toolkit
July 27, 2022
Do customers bring dogs into your business claiming they are service animals, emotional support animals, comfort dogs, or therapy dogs? Join Chris Sweet, technical assistant for the Northeast ADA Cent... - ADA 101.2 Overview of Title I and Employment
April 26, 2021
This webinar is the third in the Northeast ADA's ADA 101 series. Intended for those new to the Americans with Disabilities Act or for those wanting a refresher, this webinar will focus on the employme... - ADA 101.1 Defining Disability
March 26, 2021
This presentation builds on the introduction to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) given in the webinar ADA 101. Intended for those new to the ADA or for those wanting a refresher, this webinar... - Northeast ADA Center Year in Review 2020
January 28, 2021
While COVID-19 was certainly one of the largest stories of 2020, other ADA items of note happened as well. Join the technical assistance team of the Northeast ADA Center as they review the year 2020....
Webinars
- Introduction to the Service Animal Toolkit
07/27/2022- Do customers bring dogs into your business claiming they are service animals, emotional support animals, comfort dogs, or therapy dogs? Join Chris Sweet, technical assistant for the Northeast ADA Cent... - ADA 101.2 Overview of Title I and Employment
04/26/2021- This webinar is the third in the Northeast ADA's ADA 101 series. Intended for those new to the Americans with Disabilities Act or for those wanting a refresher, this webinar will focus on the employme... - ADA 101.1 Defining Disability
03/26/2021- This presentation builds on the introduction to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) given in the webinar ADA 101. Intended for those new to the ADA or for those wanting a refresher, this webinar... - Northeast ADA Center Year in Review 2020
01/28/2021- While COVID-19 was certainly one of the largest stories of 2020, other ADA items of note happened as well. Join the technical assistance team of the Northeast ADA Center as they review the year 2020....
News
- Free Webinar - The History of Disabilities: Part 4, Civil Rights to Disability Rights
February 22, 2018
Thursday, February 22nd, 2018 1:00 PM EST - 2:30 PM ESTThe quest for social equality for people who have disabilities is a story that begins in the earliest years of the American experience. Mark... - December is Universal Human Rights Month
December 18, 2019
Universal Human Rights Month is an annual designation observed in December. This month and every month to follow, people all across the globe are encouraged to come together and stand up for equality,... - EEOC Helps Veterans Understand Their Employment Rights Under ADA
November 20, 2019
Veterans Day - a federal holiday observed annually on November 11 to honor the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces - is an appropriate time for veterans who have returned t... - Free Webinar-The Americans with Disabilities Act: Substance Use Disorder and Barriers to Treatment and Recovery
May 20, 2020
Wednesday, May 27th, 20203:00 PM EDT - 4:30 PM EDT There are thousands of people in recovery from addiction unaware of their civil rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This present... - Resources
September 20, 2017
As the Northeast ADA Center typically receives technical assistance questions related to the rights of students with disabilities under the ADA and Section 504 this time of year, we are sharing severa...
News
- Free Webinar - The History of Disabilities: Part 4, Civil Rights to Disability Rights
02/22/2018- Thursday, February 22nd, 2018 1:00 PM EST - 2:30 PM ESTThe quest for social equality for people who have disabilities is a story that begins in the earliest years of the American experience. Mark... - December is Universal Human Rights Month
12/18/2019- Universal Human Rights Month is an annual designation observed in December. This month and every month to follow, people all across the globe are encouraged to come together and stand up for equality,... - EEOC Helps Veterans Understand Their Employment Rights Under ADA
11/20/2019- Veterans Day - a federal holiday observed annually on November 11 to honor the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces - is an appropriate time for veterans who have returned t... - Free Webinar-The Americans with Disabilities Act: Substance Use Disorder and Barriers to Treatment and Recovery
05/20/2020- Wednesday, May 27th, 20203:00 PM EDT - 4:30 PM EDT There are thousands of people in recovery from addiction unaware of their civil rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This present... - Resources
09/20/2017- As the Northeast ADA Center typically receives technical assistance questions related to the rights of students with disabilities under the ADA and Section 504 this time of year, we are sharing severa... - 2017 Disability Rights Storytellers Fellowship - Deadline to Apply: 3-15-17
02/15/2017- The Disability Rights Storytellers Fellowship managed by Rooted in Rights and AAPD provides the opportunity for an individual with a disability to learn and apply skills in digital media sto... - Legislative Disabilities Awareness Day in NY Sees Improvement to Disability Rights
06/21/2019- The New York State Assembly passed a series of bills on May 29, 2019 to help New Yorkers with disabilities lead full, independent lives by ensuring access to critical resources, expanding disability r... - As the Holidays Approach, the Latest Wave of ADA Cases Challenge the Absence of Braille Gift Cards (National Law Review)
11/20/2019- On Thursday, October 24, we learned that a new wave of lawsuits began to flood the dockets of the New York federal courts. These lawsuits are styled as putative class actions on behalf of individuals... - Warming Up To Employee Temperature Checks: Employer Guidance from the EEOC and NYC
05/20/2020- In response to COVID-19 concerns, the EEOC clarified that under the Americans with Disabilities Act; employers are allowed to take employees temperatures to determine whether they have a fever. If an... - Commemoration in Puerto Rico of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities
01/16/2019- On December 3, on the commemoration of the International Day of People with Disabilities, a group of persons with disabilities from various organizations met at the PR Capitol and the Governor's Offic... - NYC Agrees To Make All Sidewalk Curbs Accessible to People with Disabilities
04/17/2019- In a landmark victory for disability rights advocates, the de Blasio administration has agreed to survey and ensure that all of the city's roughly 162,000 sidewalk curbs are accessible for New Yorkers... - US Virgin Islands Non-Profits Struggle to Serve in the Wake of Devastating Storms
10/18/2017- Like other segments of the population, the V.I.'s non-profit community was hit hard by September's double hurricane hits, but charitable groups don't have the option of closing for business while they... - Disability Discrimination Complaint Filed Over COVID-19 Treatment Rationing Plan in Washington State
04/15/2020- Self Advocates in Leadership (SAIL), Disability Rights Washington (DRW), and The Arc of the United States (The Arc) filed a complaint with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for C... - Metropolitan Transportation Authority Must Add Elevators When Renovating Stations, Rules Federal Judge
03/20/2019- U.S. District Judge Edgardo Ramos issued the mandate Wednesday following his decision that the MTA violated the Americans with Disabilities Act by failing to install an elevator during a 2014 renovati... - Battle-Tested People with Disabilities Fight for Rights
07/19/2017- July is widely celebrated as Disability Pride Month in the U.S. This year, the month marks the 27th anniversary of passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act on July 26, 1990. The ADA, a landmark... - JCC of Central NJ hosts a free special needs symposium on Feb. 25, 2018
02/22/2018- In honor of Jewish Disability Inclusion and Awareness Month, the JCC of Central NJ in Scotch Plains is hosting a free Special Needs Symposium on Sunday, February 25th, from 2-5 p.m. The keynote speake... - New York Inmates with Mental Illness Are Held in Prison Past Their Release Dates, Lawsuit Claims
02/21/2019- A lack of community-based mental health housing facilities have left mentally ill inmates incarcerated months past their release dates - including some in solitary confinement, a new lawsuit alleges.... - ADA Coordinators: Roles and Responsibilities-Free Webinar
01/18/2017- Thursday January 26th 20172:00pm EST - 3:30pm EST An effective ADA Coordinator is critical to successful ADA implementation. However, the role and responsibilities of the ADA Coordinator are oft... - Back to Business after COVID-19: Addressing Disability Accommodation Requests in New York
05/20/2020- Despite the lack of guidance from the EEOC, the New York City Commission on Human Rights contends that in many cases, a COVID-19 infection would meet the definition of a disability under the New York... - Self-Evaluations and Transition Plans: Some Considerations-Free Webinar
01/18/2017- Thursday February 16th 20172:00pm EST - 3:30pm EST All public entities subject to Title II of the ADA must complete a self-evaluation, and those with 50 or more employees must also have a transi... - Free Webinar! "Is That a Service Animal: What Rights Apply Where?"
01/17/2018- January 24, 20181:00pm to 2:00pm One of the most popular topics that the Northeast ADA is asked about is service animals. It can be confusing for individuals with disabilities, businesses, transit pr... - Acting New Jersey Governor Oliver Signs Legislation Assisting Hard of Hearing Community
09/18/2019- Acting Governor Sheila Y. Oliver signed S2044 and S2045 into law, establishing a "Deaf Student's Bill of Rights" and a Working Group on Deaf Education. Additionally, the legislation requires the Depar... - New York's Highest Court Rules That Perceived Alcoholics Are Not Protected under New York City Human Rights Law
11/15/2017- The New York Court of Appeals ruled that the New York City Human Rights Law ("NYCHRL") does not permit a claim of disability discrimination based solely on a perception of untreated alcoholism. To sus... - Department of Justice Temporarily Halts the Issuance of Right-to-Sue Notices Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic
05/20/2020- As of March 16, 2020, the US Department of Justice is temporarily suspending the issuance of Right-to-Sue notices to civil rights charging parties unless specifically requested by the charging party.... - Northeast ADA Center to present at the American Society for Aging Conference
03/21/2018- "Know Your Rights! Older People and the ADA" at the American Society for Aging's Annual Conference in San Francisco on Monday, 3/26/18. As many older people are unaware of their rights under the ADA,... - Start Spreading the News - EDNY Denies Motion to Dismiss Website Accessibility Complaint
08/16/2017- While the ADA finished celebrating its 27th anniversary at the end of July, for plaintiffs looking to bring website accessibility complaints in New York the party is still ongoing. Following on the he... - Justice Department Reaches Agreement with Denver to Improve Accessibility
01/17/2018- The Department of Justice announced on January 8, 2018 that it has reached an agreement with Denver, Colorado, to improve access to civic life for people with disabilities. The agreement was reached u... - Owner of Betty Ford Center Reaches Settlement with DOJ Over Americans with Disabilities Act
07/17/2019- The Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation finalized a settlement agreement, agreeing to remove architectural barriers to access at the Betty Ford Center, a well-known drug and alcohol treatment facility in R... - For People with Disabilities, New York's Sidewalks Are an Obstacle Course
10/18/2017- In a long running battle over New York City's 162,000 sidewalk corners, a federal court ordered report has highlighted numerous shortcomings in the city's effort to install and maintain curb ramps to... - Disability-Themed Emojis Approved for Use
02/21/2019- The introduction of dozens of new accessibility-themed emojis has been welcomed by disability rights campaigners. The new characters include hearing aids, wheelchairs, prosthetic limbs, white "probing... - Department of Justice Celebrates 20th Anniversary of the Olmstead Supreme Court Decision Protecting the Rights of Americans With Disabilities
07/17/2019- Twenty years ago, the Supreme Court issued the groundbreaking decision in Olmstead v. L.C., holding that unjustified segregation of people with disabilities in institutions is a form of unlawful discr... - City's Disability Pride Parade Marches Through Health Care Concerns
07/19/2017- July 9th, 2017 saw thousands take part in the third annual NY City Disability Pride Parade held in Manhattan. While participants said rights for people with disabilities have come a long way in the ne... - Disability Integration Act Reintroduced, Fights for Independence of Disabled Individuals
02/21/2019- A piece of civil rights legislation reintroduced on January 15, 2019 to the 116th Congress helps fight for the independence of all people, including the disabled. The Disability Integration Act - orig... - The Deaf Community Voices its Claims in PR
01/16/2019- The Deaf Autonomous Movement (MAS, by its Spanish acronym), as well as individual deaf people, their families and advocates, have been recently demanding across the media and on social media that thei... - Hunters Point Library Violates the ADA, New Federal Lawsuit Claims
12/18/2019- A class action lawsuit filed by a nonprofit group in federal court on Tuesday argues that the newly renovated Hunters Point branch of the Queens Public Library violates the Americans with Disabilities... - Avoiding ADA Pitfalls: Navigating Employee Mental Illness
01/18/2017- The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) treats mental illness the same as physical disabilities for purposes of coverage. However, dealing with an employee's mental health condition can be particula... - Justice Department Settles with Child Care Providers to Protect the Rights of Children with Diabetes
02/19/2020- The Justice Department entered into two settlement agreements today to resolve allegations that two childcare providers violated the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by failing to reasonably modi... - Disability Rights Activists Rally against Inaccessible Subway System at Manhattan Supreme Court
03/21/2018- In a show of support, activists, most of whom use wheelchairs for mobility, gathered in advance of the first court hearing for their lawsuit against the Metropolitan Transportation Authority and New Y... - March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
03/21/2018- The National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities (NACDD), the Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD) and the National Disability Rights Network (NDRN) have come tog... - Updates
04/15/2020- The Northeast ADA Center team hopes that this newsletter finds you well. The new coronavirus (COVID-19) is hitting the disability community especially hard. Not only are people concerned for their hea... - New York Stores to Improve Access for People with Disabilities Under Deal With the State
07/19/2017- After a 2015 probe by the NYS Human Rights Commission, more than onehundred stores were found to be inaccessible to people with disabilities. Starting with Manhattan's SoHo neighborhood and eventually... - New Yorkers with Disabilities Fight to Text 911
01/18/2017- New York City's failure to implement texting access for emergency 911 services inspired a federal complaint Tuesday by a disability-rights group. Disability Rights New York filed the suit&n... - Withdrawn Technical Assistance and Guidance Documents
01/17/2018- As part of the ongoing government-wide effort to reduce regulatory burdens and improve the quality of guidance documents offered to the public, the Department has been reviewing its catalogue of techn... - People with Autism, Intellectual Disabilities Fight Bias in Transplants
03/16/2017- Paul Corby needs a new heart. On that there is no dispute. The same rare disease that killed his father at 27 is destroying his left ventricle. While there is no cure or surgery that might repair the... - Judge halts eviction of a person with a mental disability as Brooklyn landlord seeks to evict tenants with disabilities
A federal judge has issued a temporary order to stop the eviction of a man with a mental disability from his building, where the landlord in the gentrifying neighborhood allegedly no longer wants to l... - Five Years In, Critics Say NY Agency Offers Little Justice for Disabled
08/15/2018- Over a recent three-year period, 10,117 vulnerable New Yorkers died while in state care or the care of a program overseen by the state. In at least 140 of those, the state Justice Center for the Prote... - EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY COMMISSION: USA Parking Services to Pay $150,000 to Settle EEOC Disability Discrimination Lawsuit
03/20/2019- USA Parking Services, Inc., a hospitality industry-focused valet and parking company, will pay $150,000 to settle the disability discrimination lawsuit brought by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity... - Special Education School Vouchers May Come With Hidden Costs
04/19/2017- For many parents of children with disabilities in public school systems, the lure of the private school voucher is strong. Vouchers for students with disabilities have been endorsed by the Trump... - Service Animals and the ADA: Exploring Common Issues and Scenarios-Free Webinar!
11/15/2017- Tuesday, November 21st, 20172:00 PM EST - 3:30 PM ESTWhile more than 27 years have passed since the implementation of the ADA, there are areas which continue to raise questions and cause confusion. On... - Check out the Northeast ADA Center's New Infographics!
04/17/2019- Did you know that the Northeast ADA Center makes infographics with easy to understand facts, statistics, and tips about disability and the ADA? Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn for our wee... - Free Webinar - Effective Communication in the Criminal Justice System: Lessons from Case Law
01/16/2019- Thursday, January 24th, 201912:30 PM EST - 1:15 PM EST This is the second of a three-part series, ADA Lessons from Case Law, where the presenter will examine recent court cases as they pertain to dif... - Happy 27th Anniversary ADA!
07/19/2017- On July 26, 1990, President George H.W. Bush signed into law the Americans with Disabilities Act, which prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in employment, transportation, public... - Free Webinar - Service Animal Scenarios
02/21/2019- March 27th 2019 1:00pm EST to 2:00pm ESTPresenter: Chris Sweet, Northeast ADA Technical Assistance and Outreach Specialist Service animals have begun emerging in popular media as a topic of contentio... - Rev Up NJ Kicks off Disability Voter Registration Week 2017 in Trenton
08/16/2017- On July 18th, approximately 50 people gathered at the State House Annex to kick off National Disability Voter Registration Week. The event, hosted by the Alliance Center for Independence (ACI) and REV... - FAPE Case Draws Flurry of Attention
As the U.S. Supreme Court prepares to consider how much educational benefit schools must provide students with disabilities, everyone from lawmakers to advocates are weighing in. A dozen amicus... - Free Webinar - Service Animal Scenarios
03/20/2019- Wednesday, March 27th, 2019 1:00 PM EST - 2:30 PM ESTPresenter: Chris Sweet, Northeast ADA Technical Assistance and Outreach Specialist Service animals have begun emerging in popular media as a topic... - Williamsburg Appeal: Historic Win for Gluten-free and Food Allergy Rights
06/21/2019- A U.S. Court of Appeals has ruled that a 12-year-old with a severe gluten intolerance has a disability, and that it was reasonable for him to request that a restaurant within the Colonial Williamsburg... - DOT Proposal Restricts Service Animals on Planes: So Long to the Emotional Support Peacock?
02/19/2020- In January, the Department of Transportation proposed amendments to the Air Carrier Access Act (ACAA) regulations. The proposed amendments are intended to clarify the rights and responsibilities of ai... - Free Webinar-Accommodations for Health Care Workers
09/19/2018- Wednesday, September 26, 2018 1pm-2pmWhen people think of accommodations in a health care environment, they often think of patients and visitors. However, healthcare professionals also have disabiliti... - Free Webinar - Accommodations for Health Care Workers
08/15/2018- Wednesday, September 26, 2018 1-2:00 pmWhen people think of accommodations in a health care environment, they often think of patients and visitors. However, healthcare professionals also have disabili... - Additional Resources:
08/15/2018- Effective Communication fact sheet from the Department of Justicehttps://www.ada.gov/effective-comm.htm To learn more about Effective Communication for students with disabilities in public school set... - Football Player Sues the New York Jets for ADA Violation
11/20/2019- The Jets' strong safety, Rontez Miles, filed a lawsuit in New Jersey state court against the NFL alleging that his rights under the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (NJ LAD) and the Americans wit... - Settlement Reached in Federal Lawsuit against New Albany, Indiana
11/15/2017- A settlement has been reached in a federal case against the City of New Albany, Indiana for alleged violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act after an officer's personal medical information was... - The Ocean County and Union County New Jersey Boards of Elections Enter into Memorandum of Agreements with the United States Department of Justice Regarding Accessibility Compliance Review of Polling Place Locations
10/16/2019- In 2015, the United States Department of Justice, through the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of New Jersey ("Department"), initiated a compliance review of the Ocean County Board under Title... - Free Broadcast-ADA Live! Do You Want a Job or a Career? Reflections on National Disability Employer Awareness Month (NDEAM)
09/18/2019- Wednesday, October 2nd, 20191:00 PM EDT - 1:30 PM EDT October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), and the theme for 2019 is "The Right Talent, Right Now." The U.S. Department o... - The Bureau of Labor Claims Strong Job Gains for the Disability Community
03/20/2019- A Western New York labor force specialist said that the increase in the national employment-population ratio for persons with disabilities is the case of a rising economic tide lifting all boats. In 2... - March 2018 Jobs Report: Americans with Disabilities Reach Two Year Milestone
04/18/2018- Americans with disabilities reached a milestone in March, as the major economic indicators showed increases for the 24th consecutive month, according to the March National Trends in Disability Employm... - Remember to Celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month!
10/18/2017- October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month, so please consider encouraging all members of your organization to participate in this awareness project. The purpose of National Disability... - Are you ready for National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)?
09/18/2019- Held every October, NDEAM is a fitting time to educate about disability employment issues and celebrate the many and varied contributions of America's workers with disabilities. The 2019 NDEAM theme w... - How States Are Helping People with Disabilities Break Into Government Jobs
06/22/2018- Governing Magazine recently published an article about what state governments are doing to recruit, hire and retain talented employees with disabilities. State governments have a critical role to play... - Theme of National Disability Employment Awareness Month Announced
07/17/2019- The U.S. Department of Labor has announced "The Right Talent, Right Now" as the theme for the 2019 National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). The 2019 theme emphasizes the essential role... - A Hidden Market: The Purchasing Power of People With Disabilities
05/16/2018- A New report by the American Institutes for Research (AIR), quantifies the purchasing power of working-age adults with disabilities. In the United States 1 in 5 adults, or 64 million people have a dis... - NJ Disability Pride Parade & Celebration
09/19/2018- The 8th annual New Jersey Disability Pride Parade & Celebration will take place on Friday, October 5th 2018 in Trenton, NJ. Hundreds of people and organizations representing a wide variety of disa... - New Jersey Launches NJ Able Accounts to Help Individuals with Disabilities Save for Expenses
07/18/2018- New Jersey Human Services Commissioner Carole Johnson announced on June 24th the launch of a major new program to help individuals with disabilities become more independent and better thrive in their... - DiNapoli Report: People with Disabilities Have Higher Unemployment Rates and Lower Incomes
11/20/2019- People with disabilities in New York City face the same challenges as those elsewhere in the nation, including obstacles to employment, higher rates of poverty and lower earnings than those without di... - Justice Department Reaches Agreement with the Philadelphia Police Department to Ensure Effective Communication for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Individuals
08/15/2018- On August 3, 2018, the Justice Department reached a settlement agreement with the Philadelphia Police Department (PPD) to resolve allegations that it violated Title II of the Americans with Disabiliti... - ACCES-VR Works to Help Remove Barriers, Enrich Lives for Those Living with Disabilities
06/22/2018- New York State held its Legislative Disabilities Awareness Day to highlight both the issues and the accomplishments of advocates, families, and individuals with disabilities across New York State. As... - Clothing Can Keep People with Disabilities Out of the Workforce
06/22/2018- A recent study from researchers at the University of Missouri found that the lack of adaptive clothing in the mass retail market poses workforce barriers for people with disabilities. All too often, t... - Northeast ADA Center Contributes to Training for NYC Disability Service Facilitators
10/18/2017- The Northeast ADA Center was happy to participate in a 2 day training program in September, 2017, administered through the ADA National Network, the NYC Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities (MO... - Amazon Rolls Out Disability Hiring Initiative
04/17/2019- On one afternoon shift, Michael Howard logged some 15,000 steps pushing a cart around the aisles of an Amazon Prime Now warehouse, gathering groceries, electronics and countless other items for one- a... - Monterey Airbus Settles with U.S. Department of Justice over Disability Access.
03/21/2018- Following an investigation by the U.S. Attorney's Office, Monterey Airbus has agreed to up its game when it comes to serving riders with disabilities. The airport shuttle service violated Title III of... - The Judicial Branch Signs an Agreement with the University of PR to Benefit People with Disabilities' Access to Justice
01/16/2019- The Presiding Judge of the Puerto Rico Supreme Court, the Hon. Maite D. Oronoz Rodriguez, has renewed an agreement for up to five years, together with the President of the University of Puerto Rico (U... - Saving the Teeth of Patients With Special Needs: A New Dental Center is Built to Welcome Patients with Disabilities, Who Often Run Into Obstacles Elsewhere
05/15/2019- Cheryl Closs, a mother of four from West Islip, N.Y., wanted to save her daughter Bella's two front teeth. They were badly decayed, and one dentist wanted to just pull them out. But Ms. Closs was havi... - COVID-19 Resources for People with Disabilities in New York City
04/15/2020- The Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities has gathered information specifically to inform people with disabilities on the resources available to the population during NYC's response to the COVID... - Riders With a Disability Face Scarcity of Accessible Vehicles
06/21/2019- The question over whether or not ride-hail companies need to comply with the ADA arose after a resident of White Plains, New York, along with the advocacy group Westchester Disabled on the Move, filed... - Statement of the Department of Justice on Application of the Integration Mandate of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act and Olmstead vs. L.C. to State and Local Governments' Employment Service Systems for Individuals with Disabilities
In Olmstead vs. L.C., the Supreme Court mandated integration as part of Title II of the ADA, in order to place people with disabilities in the most integrated setting. This means the se... - Free Webinar! The Power of Apprenticeship: Including People with Disabilities
10/18/2017- October 25th, 2017 12pm to 1:30pm ESTApprenticeships serve two purposes. They offer opportunities for job seekers to build real world employment skills while earning money. They also meet the needs of... - Attention Albany Region CDTA Riders!
04/18/2018- The Yang Tan Institute on Disability and Employment (YTI) at Cornell University, with support from the New York State Developmental Disabilities Planning Council (DDPC) has established the Transit Res... - Free Webinar: Small Business at Work: A toolkit to help small businesses leverage the talents of people with disabilities
05/20/2020- Wednesday, May 27, 2020 from 12:00 PM to 01:00 PM It's been said many times: small businesses are the backbone of America. They contribute well over half the money and jobs that fuel our economy. The... - In Queens Courts, Unequal Access to Justice Starts at the Stairs
03/19/2020- The wheelchair lift at the Queens Supreme Courthouse in Jamaica does not get used, but it is not broken. City and state officials cannot agree on whose responsibility it is to operate the lift on Sutp... - NYPD to Equip Police with Tablets to Help Them Better Communicate with People Who are Deaf
05/18/2017- The New York Police Department is launching a pilot program to help police better communicate with people who are deaf. Police in the three precincts, the 9th in Manhattan, the 115th in Queens and the... - SCOTUS Orders State, City Responses to Lawyer's Certiorari Petition in ADA Suit Over Courthouse Access
02/21/2019- The high court's directive to the state and city comes as part of an increasingly fierce legal battle being waged between disabled lawyer Caner Demirayak and government officials over what type of cha... - Airline's Provision of Alternative Accessible Website Triggers Hefty Fine Under the Air Carrier Access Act
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05/18/2017- Wednesday, May 24, 2017 2:00 - 3:30 PM ET This 90 minute session will provide an overview of the 2010 ADA Standards and Fair Housing Act Accessibility Guidelines. It will include a brief discu... - May is Mental Health Awareness Month
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03/21/2018- Sparta High School students joined members of the district's Special Services department to hold a Disability Awareness assembly at the Helen Morgan School. Danielle Hamblin, director of special servi... - Survey Opportunity: Research Project on Assistive Technology
02/21/2019- The Fluid Interfaces group of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology Media Lab works on cognitive enhancement and novel human computer interfaces. Many people have expressed interest in assistive d... - Attn: Albany Region Residents - TRAC (Transit Research & Accessibility Center) is Up and Running!
01/16/2019- Do you want to know what an accessible bus trip looks like?Would you like to provide feedback on bus access in the Capital District Transportation Authority (CDTA) region?If so, sign up to watch our s... - Attn: Albany Region Residents - TRAC (Transit Research & Accessibility Center) is Up and Running!
01/16/2019- Do you want to know what an accessible bus trip looks like?Would you like to provide feedback on bus access in the Capital District Transportation Authority (CDTA) region?If so, sign up to watch our s... - Free Professional Training for Employers in Puerto Rico
03/21/2018- The State Rehabilitation Council of Puerto Rico will provide free training for employers and human resources officers titled: "Work Inclusion: A Good Deal!" This will take place on April 5, 2018; from... - Sign Language Translating Kiosks Increase Accessibility at Restaurants
04/19/2017- Self-order kiosks are becoming more and more commonplace at restaurants. A new wrinkle to this type of technology, from manufacturer Juke Slot, includes the ability to set the language on the de... - Supreme Court Sides with Family in Service Dog Case
03/16/2017- The U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday unanimously ruled that the U.S. 6th Circuit Court of Appeals should reconsider whether Ehlena Fry and her family can sue a Michigan school district for its decision... - Dependable Health Services to Pay $38,000 to Settle EEOC Disability Discrimination Suit
01/17/2018- Dependable Health Services Inc., a health care staffing agency, will pay $38,000 and furnish significant equitable relief to settle a disability discrimination lawsuit brought by the U.S. Equal Employ... - Wayne Farms to Pay $175,000 to Settle EEOC Lawsuit for Disability Discrimination
05/20/2020- In a settlement with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Wayne Farms, one of the nation's largest poultry producers, settled charges that the company capped the number of allowable absences r... - KTF Enterprises and Kirker Enterprises to Settle EEOC Disability Lawsuit for $175,000
04/15/2020- The EEOC's lawsuit charged KTF and Kirker with violating federal law when they refused to accommodate three factory workers with disabilities employed at the factory that KTF Enterprises operated at t... - 2019 Fall ADA Coordinator Conference - Charlotte, NC
09/18/2019- Monday, October 14th, 2019 to Tuesday, October 15th, 2019 Embassy Suites Charlotte-Concord Golf Resort & Spa, 5400 John Q. Hammons Dr. NW, Concord, NC 28027 This two-day training offers over 20 b... - Anniversary of Americans With Disabilities Act: July 26
07/19/2017- This Facts for Features (developed by the U.S. Census Bureau) provides a demographic snapshot of the U.S. population with a disability and examines various services available to them. The statistics c... - Join the Diversity Partners National Kick-Off Webinar on March 29th!
03/16/2017- The Diversity Partners Project, housed at the Yang-Tan Institute on Employment and Disability, is bridging the gap between employment service professionals, job seekers with disabilities and business.... - For the Traveler with a Disability, Strategies for a Successful Trip
02/15/2017- Terry Scott Cohen, 42, enjoys roller coasters, mushing in Alaska and tobogganing in the Pyrenees Mountains. Though he gets about in a motorized scooter, he has not let his myotonic dystrophy... - ADA Does Not Require "Forgiveness or a Second Chance"
05/20/2020- In a case where a call center employee was terminated for violating the employer's conduct policy after a verbal meltdown with fellow employees, the employee disclosed she had PTSD and subsequently as... - Access Restored to Popular Boardwalk in New York City under ABA
01/15/2020- When Super Storm Sandy hit New York City in 2012, it destroyed most of the iconic Rockaway Boardwalk in Queens. The following year, the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation began work to r... - Free Webinar - Evaluating & Managing Accessibility in 3rd Party Web Content
08/21/2019- Thursday, September 19th, 20192:00 PM EDT - 3:30 PM EDT These days' web sites are rarely built entirely from HTML under your control. In this age of APIs, embedded widgets and iframes, it is all too... - May is Mental Health Awareness Month: What Can Employers Do to Break the Stigma of Mental Health in the Workplace?
05/15/2019- May is Mental Health Awareness Month! With approximately 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. experiencing mental illness, according to the National Institute of Mental Health, it is imperative that today's empl... - Free Webinar - Effective Communication in the Medical Setting
04/18/2018- Presented by Joe Zesski May 23rd 2018 at 1:00pm ET Talking about medical issues can be difficult in any context. When a patient is speaking with their medical care provider, a variety of challen... - Free Webinar - The Northeast ADA Year in Review 2019
12/18/2019- Wednesday, January 29, 2020 from 12:00pm to 1:00pm EasternPresenters: Joe Zesski, Program ManagerChris Sweet, Technical Assistant and Outreach Specialist Join the technical assistance team of the Nor... - NBC Olympics to Present 94 Hours of Paralympic Television Coverage
02/22/2018- NBC Olympics' coverage will include all six Paralympic winter sports - alpine skiing, snowboarding, sled hockey, wheelchair curling, cross-country skiing, and biathlon - spread across ten days. The 25... - Free Webinar! Accessible Courthouses (A refresher)
06/21/2017- July 6, 2017, 2:30- 4:00 p.m. ET This session will provide a refresher on requirements in the ADA and ABA Accessibility Standards for courthouses and courtrooms. Presenters will review provisions in... - Hertz to Pay $45,000 to Settle EEOC Disability Discrimination Lawsuit
05/16/2018- According to the EEOC's lawsuit, Hertz actively recruited Norman "Dan" Newton for a sales position in its car sales division in Denver after spotting his resume online. Newton agreed to meet with the... - 2017 Study on the Cost of Workplace Accommodations
11/15/2017- The Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) Job Accommodation Network (JAN) has released the 2017 update to its annual study of Workplace Accommodations: Low Cost, High Impact. The research, whi... - Overview of the Final Rule for Accessible Medical Diagnostic Equipment- Free Webinar
09/20/2017- Thursday September 28th 2017 1pm to 2pm ESTPresented By: Jennifer Perry This webinar will review the accessibility standards developed by the U.S. Access Board for equipment used in medical setti... - Walmart Changes Its Reassignment Policy to Settle ADA Suit
12/18/2019- Walmart has agreed to change its disability reassignment policy and pay $80,000 to a former worker with a disability to settle claims that it failed to accommodate her by reassigning her to a vacant p... - Macy's To Pay $75,000 To Settle EEOC Disability Discrimination Lawsuit
05/16/2018- Macy's will pay a former long-term employee $75,000 to settle a disability discrimination lawsuit filed by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). According to the EEOC's lawsuit, the... - Free Webinar - ADA National Network Learning Session: Accessible Medical Diagnostic Equipment and Prescription Drug Container Labels
03/19/2020- Thursday, March 26th, 202011:30 AM - 1:00 PM PDT The Access Board, under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, has issued accessibility standards for medical diagnostic equipment. These sta... - April will mark the 50th anniversary of the Fair Housing Act (FHA)
02/22/2018- With the goal of eliminating housing discrimination and residential segregation of all kinds, the bill is a critical tool for those with disabilities. In celebration of this important milestone, the N... - The Northeast ADA Center is Updating our Website!
08/16/2017- The Northeast ADA Center's website is getting a new look and expanding the ability to easily access resources regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act. To take a look at our Beta site under const... - Edinburg Hospital to Settle Lawsuit Claiming Ineffective Communication for Deaf Patients
07/19/2017- After being sued by the US Attorney's Office from the southern district of Texas, Doctors Hospital at Renaissance has agreed to settle a lawsuit claiming the hospital failed to provide auxiliary aids... - ADA Anniversary Toolkit
07/19/2017- Throughout the year, celebrate the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the ADA Anniversary (July 26) in your workplaces, schools and communities. While much progress has been made, much remains... - UPCO Will Pay $106,000 For Disability Discrimination
06/21/2017- A Claremore, Okla.-based manufacturer of sucker rods and accessories for the oil and gas industry will pay $106,000 and furnish other relief to settle a disability discrimination lawsuit brought by th... - YMCA agrees to administer medicine to diabetics in settlement of complaint
01/18/2017- The YMCA of Metro Chicago has agreed to train its employees to administer the emergency medicine glucagon to diabeticswho request it as part of a settlement to a discrimination complaint, the U.S... - "Jake's Law" would nudge every N.J. County to build a playground accessible to all children
A bill up for consideration in the state Assembly would push every New Jersey County to build at least one "inclusive" playground that is accessible to children with disabilities. Inclusive play... - ADA Year in Review Webinar
01/15/2020- Wednesday, January 29, 2020 from 12:00 PM to 01:00 PM Join the technical assistance team of the Northeast ADA Center as they review the year 2019. They will share what has been happening at the North... - EEOC Scores $2.7M Disability Bias Deal for Sample Servers
12/18/2019- A company that provides retailers with food sample demonstrators agreed to pay nearly $2.7 million to resolve a U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission lawsuit claiming it violated federal anti-d... - Free Webinar-Effective Communication in the Medical Setting
05/16/2018- Wednesday, May 23rd, 2018 1:00 PM EDT - 2:30 PM EDTTalking about medical issues can be difficult in any context. When a patient is speaking with their medical care provider, there are varieties of cha... - Largest Bar Exam Prep Class Provider Agrees to Settlement over Allegations of Discrimination Against Students Who are Blind
02/22/2018- Law students who are blind and enrolled in a bar exam class offered by BarBri, Inc - host of the country's largest bar prep course - settled their claims this week alleging the company denied them fai... - Free Webinar! U.S. Access Board Webinar: Harmonization between the ADA Standards and the IBC/ANSI A117.1
10/18/2017- November 2nd, 20172:30 PM - 4:00 PM (ET)The next webinar in the U.S. Access Board's monthly series will review differences between the ADA Standards and counterpart provisions in the International Bui... - When Alcohol Is Involved, the ADA Distinguishes Between ‘Having a Disability' and ‘Disability-related Misconduct'
10/16/2019- Being under the influence of alcohol at work does not equal a disability, ever. Alcoholism is an ADA-protected disability. Yet the ADA does not require that employers accommodate alcoholics by permitt... - Village in NY Settles ADA Parking Lawsuit
08/21/2019- After a year in federal court, the Village of Garden City, NY has entered into a settlement agreement with resident Gerry Kelly that will require the Village to designate three on-street accessible pa... - Free Webinar! Outdoor Access Scenarios
07/17/2019- Wednesday, July 31, 201912:00 - 1:00 PM Eastern This one hour webinar will review key ADA regulations and design features related to outdoor recreation by providing case scenarios to explore topics s... - A Note About Technical Assistance:
05/16/2018- The Northeast ADA will be conducting a staff retreat on Thursday May 31 and Friday June 1. During these two days, responses to technical assistance questions will be very limited. Please be patient an... - Northeast ADA Center Closed November 24th and 25th
The NEADA Center and technical assistance services will be closed between 5:00 PM on Wednesday, November 23rd and 8:30 AM on Monday, November 28th for the Thanksgiving holiday. We will reope... - The 64th Convention of the APPR is Dedicated to Disability Psychology
01/17/2018- The 64th Convention of the Psychology Association of Puerto Rico (APPR, by its Spanish acronym), titled: Psychology for the People, will focus on the psychological aspects of functional diversity. Thi... - Free Webinar! What is Universal Design?
06/21/2017- June 27, 2017, 12:30-1:00 p.m. ET Universal Design (UD) is the design of buildings, products, communication and environments that are usable by all people. In this 30- minute session, John Salmen, Pr... - Foothills Child Development Center Agrees to Settle EEOC Disability Discrimination Lawsuit
06/22/2018- Foothills Child Development Center, Inc., A South Carolina Corporation that owns and operates a preschool in Easley S.C., will provide monetary relief to a former employee and modify its employment po... - 2018 National ADA Symposium
04/18/2018- June 17-20, 2018 Pittsburgh, PA Wyndham Grand HotelThe National ADA Symposium is an annual conference on the Americans with Disabilities Act. This four day event is made up of pre-conference session o... - Massey Services Will Pay $63,000 to Settle EEOC Discrimination and Retaliation Lawsuit
01/15/2020- Pest control and landscaping company Massey Services, Inc. will pay $63,000 and provide other significant relief to settle an employment discrimination lawsuit filed by the U.S. Equal Employment Oppor... - Masterbuilt to Pay $60,000 to Settle EEOC Disability Discrimination Suit
04/17/2019- According to the EEOC's suit, Masterbuilt denied Joshua Moore's request for an accommodation in the form of leave for a short period to undergo treatment and counseling for stress caused by his Asperg... - Free Webinar - The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Web Sites: What is Required
02/21/2019- Tuesday, March 19th, 20192:00 PM EDT - 3:30 PM EDT Many businesses and public entities use their web sites to provide information about programs and services, offer registration, enable visitors to p... - Hammonton NJ Youth Gymnastics Program Settles ADA Complaint
05/16/2018- An investigation by the U.S. Attorney's Office determined that the Hammonton youth gymnastics program was in violation of Title III of the ADA. The law requires businesses that serve the public, inclu... - Free Webinar: ADA Basics for Museums
07/19/2017- Tuesday, July 25th, 201712:30 PM EDT - 1:00 PM EDT The ADA impacts the visitor experience from the moment they first land on your website, purchase a ticket and enter your building. Not sure how to b... - April is Fair Housing Month
04/19/2017- Happy Fair Housing Month! The theme for this year's Fair Housing Month commemoration is "Fair Housing Equals Opportunity," which emphasizes the fact that equality in housing provides the foundat... - Free Webinar - Self-Evaluations and Transition Plans: Some Considerations
02/15/2017- Thursday, February 16th, 2017 2:00 PM EST - 3:30 PM EST All public entities subject to Title II of the ADA must complete a self-evaluation, and those with 50 or more employees must also have a trans... - Spanish Version of DDS Brochures Available in NJ
11/20/2019- In addition to an English and audio version, New Jersey Resources 2019-2020 is now available in Spanish! The Spanish version is available both electronically and in print. View it electronically here... - Free Webinar! ADA and ABA Accessibility Standards: Open Q & A
01/18/2017- January 5, 2017 2:30-4:00PM ET This is your chance to get answers to your "burning" questions about either the 2010 ADA Accessibility Standard or the Architectural Barriers Act Accessibility Standar... - AccessibilityOnline Free Webinar Series: Transient Lodging Q & A
01/18/2017- December 1, 2016, 2:30 to 4:00pmPresented by the US Access Board and the ADA National Network The Access Board will partner with the American Hotel and Lodging Association to provide an overview of t... - Free Webinar - Recreation Snapshot Series
04/18/2018- Join us for three 30-minute sessions presented by US Access Board Accessibility Specialist, Bill Botten.Let’s Jump In: Swimming Pools and Spas Tuesday, April 24, 20182:00 - 2:30 PM Eastern Thi... - Free Webinar-Accessible Airport Terminals
05/16/2018- Thursday, June 7th, 2018 2:30 PM EDT - 4:00 PM EDTThis session will review solutions to common access issues in airports and will focus on areas of special concern such as accessible passenger loading... - Supreme Court Denies Review of Rules That Vending Machines Are Not Places of Public Accommodation
10/18/2017- The Supreme Court declined to review a Fifth Circuit decision stating that a public accommodation covered by Title III of the ADA has to be a physical place and vending machines are not sales establis... - The Interplay between the ADA and the FMLA-Free Webinar
05/18/2017- Wednesday, May 24th, 2017 2:00 PM EDT - 3:30 PM EDT Employee leave is one of the most complex and common situations that businesses encounter. This session will compare and contrast the ADA and Fami... - Convenience of the Employee Is Not Grounds for Accommodation Request
04/15/2020- In looking at a case where an employee wanted to work from home due to a shoulder injury, the Sixth Circuit upheld that employers have the right to establish a link between the barriers to performing... - Practical and Legal Labor and Employment Considerations for United States Employers Responding to the Coronavirus
03/19/2020- Coronavirus is continually dominating news cycles and has had major impacts on global travel, financial markets, and supply chains. As the virus spreads and experts' understanding of it continues to e... - November is Epilepsy Awareness Month
11/20/2019- Epilepsy Awareness Month in November brings attention to a condition affecting more than 1 million in the United States. This life-long condition has no cure, and continued research is needed. That's... - Microsoft Launches $25M Program to Use Artificial Intelligence for Disabilities
05/16/2018- CEO Satya Nadella announced the new "AI for Accessibility" effort as he kicked off Microsoft's annual conference for software developers. It comes as Microsoft faces off with Amazon and Google to offe... - Court Dismisses ADA Suit Filed by Fired Employee Taking Opioids
03/21/2018- A federal district court has dismissed an Americans with Disabilities Act lawsuit filed by an employee who was terminated after his employer learned he was taking both prescription morphine and nonpre... - NJ School District to Pay $35K to Worker Fired After Gallbladder Surgery
01/17/2018- A former North Plainfield School District employee who was fired after emergency gallbladder surgery will be paid $35,000 by the district, according to New Jersey Attorney General Christopher Porrino.... - The Northeast ADA Center Website Has a New Look!
10/18/2017- Please come and visit us at http://www.northeastada.org/ and see our new look. With an expanded search feature you have some of the most popular ADA topics at your fingertips as well as acce... - Information Access to Healthcare Medical Records-Free Webinar
07/19/2017- July 26th 2017 1:00 pm ET to 2:00pm ETPresented by Joe Zesski Whether a person is going to their general doctor for a checkup or being admitted to a hospital for a procedure, today the record of... - First Public Accommodations Website Accessibility Case Goes to Trial in Florida
06/21/2017- The first trial under the Americans with Disabilities Act about the accessibility of a public accommodations website took place in the southern district of Florida. U.S. District Judge Robert Sc... - Medstar Harbor Hospital Will Pay $179,576 to Settle EEOC Disability Discrimination Lawsuit
05/18/2017- Harbor Hospital Inc., trading as MedStar Harbor Hospital, will pay $179,576 and furnish other relief to resolve a federal disability discrimination lawsuit filed by the U.S. Equal Employment Oppo... - University Under Investigation After Student Denied Service Dog
02/15/2017- Fordham University denied a student's request for a service dog to live with her on campus, despite her documented disability with the Office of Disability Services. She submitted her request shortly... - Steel Painters Settles EEOC Disability Discrimination Suit
03/19/2020- Steel Painters, LLC, an industrial sandblasting and painting Services Company based in Beaumont, Texas, has agreed to pay monetary damages and furnish other relief to settle a disability discriminatio... - U.S. Access Board Seeks Executive Director
03/19/2020- The U.S. Access Board is accepting applications for the position of Executive Director (SES). You can find the vacancy posted on the USAJobs website: Vacancy Announcement #20-AB-2-SES. Applications ar... - Tamco Professional Coating Services to Pay $90,000 to Resolve EEOC Disability Lawsuit
08/21/2019- Tamco Professional Coating Services, Inc. (Tamco) has agreed to pay a foreperson $90,000 to settle a lawsuit brought by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the agency announced to... - Uncertainty in the Cases of Special Education in Puerto Rico
01/17/2018- The restructuring of Puerto Rico's debt has cast a shadow of uncertainty over hundreds, if not, thousands of cases that are currently being argued in court as part of claims so that children and young... - Northeast ADA Center Closed November 23rd and 24th
11/15/2017- The Northeast ADA Center and technical assistance services will be closed between 4:30 PM on Wednesday, November 22nd and 8:30 AM on Monday, November 27th for the Thanksgiving holiday. Thank you in ad... - Did you know you can follow the Northeast ADA Center on social media?
05/18/2017- Did you know you can follow the Northeast ADA Center on social media? You can follow us on Facebook by going to https://www.facebook.com/Northeast-ADA-Center-394193790770343/ On... - Accessible Fitness Facilities and Exercise Equipment-Free Webinar!
04/19/2017- Thursday, May 4th, 2017 2:30 PM EDT - 4:00 PM EDT The 2010 ADA Accessibility Standard and the Architectural Barriers Act Accessibility Standard include provisions for health club and fitne... - The Northeast ADA Center is on Social Media
03/16/2017- Did you know you can follow the Northeast ADA Center on social Media? You can follow us on Facebook by going tohttps://www.facebook.com/Northeast-ADA-Center-394193790770343/ On T... - Service Animals and School Districts
03/16/2017- Service Animals and their presence in schools have been featured in the media recently. Below are two articles that highlight the implications of denying access of service animals in educational setti... - When is a student 'gifted' or 'disabled'? A new study shows racial bias plays a role in deciding
A recent study done at NYU shows a direct link between teacher bias and referrals for special services. Teachers were more likely to see academic shortfalls as disabilities in white students than in b... - Northeast ADA Center Closed November 28th and 29th
11/20/2019- The Northeast ADA Center and technical assistance services will be closed between 4:30 PM on Wednesday, November 27th and 8:30 AM on Monday, December 2nd for the Thanksgiving holiday. Thank you in adv... - Free Webinar-Accessible Restaurants and Bars
11/20/2019- Thursday, December 5th, 20192:30 PM EST - 4:00 PM EST New trends in the design of restaurants and bars pose challenging questions on the best way to achieve access so that they are inclusive of every... - Recapping the Many Legal Developments Affecting Private Employers in New York and New Jersey, So Far, in 2019
09/18/2019- There have been many significant developments in the first half of 2019 impacting private employers in New York and New Jersey. Federal, state, and local legislatures and agencies have been particular... - Free Webinar - Recreation Facilities: A Refresher
04/18/2018- Thursday, May 3, 2018, 2:30 - 4:00pm ET, Presenter: Bill BottenThis session will provide a refresher on the requirements common to both the ADA and ABA for recreation facilities. The presenter will pr... - 2018 Fall ADA Coordinator Conference
09/19/2018- The ADA Coordinator Training Certification Program (ACTCP) presents the Fall ADA Coordinator Conference October, 1st and 2nd, 2018 in Salt Lake City Utah. This 2-day event will be held at the Salt Lak... - Open Q & A-Free Webinar
08/16/2017- Thursday, September 7th, 20172:30 PM EDT - 4:00 PM EDTThis is a regular session in the Accessibility Online webinar series that provides an opportunity to ask questions on any topic related to the Acc... - Accessible Dining Surfaces and Bars-Free Webinar
05/18/2017- Thursday, June 1st, 2017 2:30 PM EDT - 4:00 PM EDT The ADA and ABA Accessibility Standards apply to a wide range of spaces in the public and private sectors and specify which elements and spaces mus... - NJ Supreme Court: Employees Can Challenge Termination Decisions Based on Off-Duty Medical Marijuana Use
04/15/2020- The New Jersey Supreme Court ruled on a case where a man sued his employer under the NJ Law against Discrimination after he used medical marijuana, outside of work, to treat his cancer. In the case, t... - Autism CARES Act Reauthorized
10/16/2019- The Autism Collaboration, Accountability, Research, Education and Support, or Autism CARES, Act, was signed into law by President Trump on September 30. This reauthorization of the act provides expand... - Autism CARES Act Reauthorized
10/16/2019- The Autism Collaboration, Accountability, Research, Education and Support, or Autism CARES, Act, was signed into law by President Trump on September 30. This reauthorization of the act provides expand... - Number of ADA Title III Lawsuits Filed in 2018 Tops 10,000
02/21/2019- The number of ADA Title III lawsuits filed in federal court in 2018 hit a record high of 10,163 - up 34% from 2017 when the number was a mere 7,663. This is by far the highest number of annual filings... - Free Webinar - Accessibility of electronic content: How to apply the Revised Section 508 Standards within a Federal Agency; What Resources are Available?
03/21/2018- Tuesday, March 27, 20181:00 PM Eastern Time ZoneOur presenter, Deborah Kaplan, 508 Policy Lead at the Office of the CIO, Department of Health and Human Services will share examples of policies and pro...