ADA Suit Over Chicago Shelters Moves Forward
The City of Chicago can’t evade a disability-discrimination suit brought by a woman who alleges emergency shelters are not accessible, a federal judge held Wednesday …
ADA 101 – Carpet
2010 ADAS 302.2 Carpet Carpet or carpet tile shall be securely attached and shall have a firm cushion, pad, or backing or no cushion or …
New Research Shows Many Local Governments May Lack Strong ADA Title II Transition Plans
A recent study conducted by the Great Lakes ADA Regional Center, and funded by the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research, indicated …
Justice Department Reaches Agreement with Gates Chili Central School District for ADA Violations
The Justice Department reached an agreement with the Gates Chili Central School District in Rochester, New York, to resolve the Department’s lawsuit alleging disability discrimination …
Justice Department Reaches Settlement with Ridgewood Preparatory School for ADA Violations
The Justice Department entered into a settlement agreement with Ridgewood Preparatory School (Ridgewood) under Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Ridgewood is …
ADA 101 – Water Closet Location
ADAS 2010 604.2 Water Closet Location The water closet shall be positioned with a wall or partition to the rear and to one side. The …
ADA 101 – Water Closets and Toilet Compartments Dispensers
ADAS 2010 604.7 Water Closets and Toilet Compartments Dispensers Toilet paper dispensers shall comply with 309.4 and shall be 7 inches minimum and 9 inches …
ADA 101 – Drinking Fountain Spout Location
ADAS 2010 602.5 Drinking Fountain Spout Location The spout shall be located 15 inches minimum from the vertical support and 5 inches maximum from the …
ADA 101 – Elevator Visible Signal Location
ADAS 2010 407.2.2.2 Elevator Signal Location. Visible signal fixtures shall be centered at 72 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground. The visible signal …