All articles tagged with #ada compliance
The U.S. Justice Department has filed a $125 million lawsuit against Uber, accusing the ride-sharing company of discriminating against passengers with disabilities by refusing service, charging fees for service animals, and not complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act, prompting Uber to defend its policies and investments in accessibility.
The Supreme Court is set to hear a case that will determine whether disability rights advocates, known as "testers," have the right to sue hotels for alleged violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The case involves Deborah Laufer, who has brought numerous lawsuits against hotels for non-compliance with ADA rules. Laufer, who uses a wheelchair and has a visual impairment, files complaints to force hotels to update their websites to be ADA-compliant. The outcome of the case could impact the effectiveness of the ADA in protecting individuals with disabilities from discrimination in public accommodations.
A paralyzed veteran and his wife are calling out Paycor Stadium for alleged violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) during a Taylor Swift concert. The couple expressed frustration over the stadium's policy prohibiting people with disabilities from bringing their personal mobility aids inside if they didn't have ADA seats. They also encountered difficulties with parking, lack of handrails, inaccessible entrances, closed accessible bathrooms, obstructed views, and unfulfilled promises of wheelchair assistance. The couple is seeking a refund and considering legal action, while urging the U.S. Department of Justice to monitor Paycor Stadium's ADA compliance.