What is Physical Accessibility, and Why is It Important?
Introduction Accessibility refers to the design of products, devices, services, or environments for people with disabilities. The goal is to make as many things usable …
Public Sector Accessibility is the Essence of Service
Introduction According to the US Census Bureau, in 2018, approximately 12.8% of the US population, or around 41 million people, had a disability. This percentage …
Different Forms of Disability: What They Are and How to Help
Introduction When it comes to supporting individuals with disabilities, different disabilities require different approaches and solutions. It’s essential to recognize the various forms of disabilities …
People with Disabilities Make Their Voices Heard Over Voting Restrictions
Voter access and voter rights have taken been in the news a lot this year. For people with disabilities, this has been a critical issue …
Cannon County, Tennessee Resolves ADA Complaint Over Sports Facility
NASHVILLE – Cannon County, Tennessee has resolved a complaint that it was constructing a school sports facility that did not comply with the accessibility standards …
$2.25 Million Fund in Amtrak Settlement Closes May 29 2021
To resolve the Department of Justice’s claims that Amtrak violated the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Amtrak created a $2.25 million fund to pay riders …
New Research Shows Many Chicago area Governments Lack Strong ADA Title II Transition Plans
A recent study conducted by the Great Lakes ADA Regional Center and the Metropolitan Planning Council indicated some Chicago Metropolitan Area municipalities may be lacking …
Accessible Parks Take Priority as Summer Months Approach
As the summer months approach, upgrading local parks to make them ADA compliant and accessible to children of all ability levels has become a big …
DOJ Joins ADA Lawsuit Over Chicago’s Non-Compliant Crosswalks
The Justice Department has joined a lawsuit against the City of Chicago that alleges the City has not made the majority of its crosswalks accessible …