Americans with disabilities act News

Op-Ed: 'Abilities Expo' is more than an ADA convention, it's a reunion Special

San Jose - It has been 20 years since the Americans with Disabilities Act was established. While there is debate whether or not the ADA legislation has made a significant impact,

Digital Journal Report by Jonathan Farrell

Montana Supreme Court: Obesity may qualify as 'impairment'

Helena - Montana's highest court ruled Friday that obesity qualifies as an impairment in some cases under the Montana Human Rights Act, thus allowing the potential for those who are obese to seek greater protection against discrimination.

In the Media by Yukio Strachan - 5 comments

Overweight man sues White Castle over booth size

Nanuet - An overweight New York man has filed a lawsuit against the White Castle fast-food chain alleging they have violated his rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act by not accommodating people of his size by providing larger, more comfortable booths.

In the Media by Kim I. Hartman - 6 comments

Palins, Emanuel, Limbaugh Remarks and the ADA position

Rush Limbaugh and Rahm Emanuel have beeen criticized for using offensive language about disabilities. Is one more innocent than the other, and should either be ignored? The Department of Labor has guidelines that answer the question.

In the Media by Carol Forsloff - 2 comments

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