I Love You. Lead On.
August 29, 2012
Those who knew Justin Dart say he had a way about him.Read More
ADA
KNOW YOUR RIGHTS: ADA COMPLIANT SIDEWALKS
August 28, 2012
Although there have been vast improvements since the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in 1990, inaccessible sidewalks and curb ramps still create barriers for the individuals wiRead More
22nd Anniversary of the ADA
July 25, 2012
On July 26th, we will recognize and celebrate the 22nd anniversary of the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Today, we take for granted many of the things like curb cuts and acceRead More
Accessible Polling Places?
May 30, 2012
Hello once again fellow advocates! Since my last blog the new regulations for the 2010 Standards for Accessible Design went into compliance.Read More
The Rejuvenation Of The ADA
May 16, 2012
On April 19th, Saint Louis University School of Law hosted Chai Feldblum. Chai Feldblum was nominated to serve as a Commissioner of the EEOC by President Barack Obama. PRead More
Accessible Swimming Pools: It’s not Just About Swimming
April 30, 2012
Congress is currently considering two bills (H.R. 4200 and H.R.Read More
Community Advocates Go “In the Field” to Increase Accessibility Awareness
March 26, 2012
If you have ever stepped, or rolled, out your front door only to be confronted with physical barriers and community members who are not well-versed in the ADA accessibility requirements, our Community Advocates know exactly how you feel. We are a volunteer group that meets weekly to train in self-advocacy and disability rights and promote enforcement of the Americans with Disabilities Act. We visit public places to survey their accessibility and assess their willingness to provide reasonable accommodation.
Read MoreAccessible Taxis
March 26, 2012
On October 13, 2011 the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) filed a statement of interest that supports Disability Rights Advocates’ position that the New York City taxi fleet is required to be wheelchair accessible under Federal Law. A class action lawsuit was filed in January 2011 claiming that the Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) In New York is subject to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and should have a taxi fleet that is accessible to and usable by individuals with disabilities.
Read MoreWhat Has Happened Since the Passage of the ADA Amendments Act?
March 26, 2012
Since the effective date of the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA) on January 1, 2009, we have been waiting to see how the courts will interpret this new law. Over the last two years it appears that the courts are listening to Congress and interpreting the definition of disability broadly just as Congress originally intended.
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