(ii) That have the purpose or effect of defeating or substantially impairing the accomplishment of the objectives of the service, program, or activity with respect to individuals with disabilities...
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2010 ADA Definition
Disability: Disability means, with respect to an individual, a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more of the major life activities of such individual; a record of such an impairment; or being regarded as having such an impairment.
(1) The phrase physical or mental impairment means – (i) Any physiological disorder or condition, cosmetic disfigurement, or anatomical loss affecting one or more of the following body systems: neurological; musculoskeletal; special sense organs; respiratory, including speech organs; cardiovascular; reproductive; digestive; genitourinary; hemic and lymphatic; skin; and endocrine; (ii) Any mental or psychological disorder such as mental retardation, organic brain syndrome, emotional or mental illness, and specific learning disabilities; (iii) The phrase physical or mental impairment includes, but is not limited to, such contagious and noncontagious diseases and conditions as orthopedic, visual, speech, and hearing impairments, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, muscular dystrophy, multiple sclerosis, cancer, heart disease, diabetes, mental retardation, emotional illness, specific learning disabilities, HIV disease (whether symptomatic or asymptomatic), tuberculosis, drug addiction, and alcoholism; (iv) The phrase physical or mental impairment does not include homosexuality or bisexuality.
(2) The phrase major life activities means functions such as caring for one´s self, performing manual tasks, walking, seeing, hearing, speaking, breathing, learning, and working.
(3) The phrase has a record of such an impairment means has a history of, or has been misclassified as having, a mental or physical impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities.
(4) The phrase is regarded as having an impairment means – (i) Has a physical or mental impairment that does not substantially limit major life activities but that is treated by a private entity as constituting such a limitation; (ii) Has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits major life activities only as a result of the attitudes of others toward such impairment; or (iii) Has none of the impairments defined in paragraph (1) of this definition but is treated by a private entity as having such an impairment.
(5) The term disability does not include – (i) Transvestism, transsexualism, pedophilia, exhibitionism, voyeurism, gender identity disorders not resulting from physical impairments, or other sexual behavior disorders; (ii) Compulsive gambling, kleptomania, or pyromania; or (iii) Psychoactive substance use disorders resulting from current illegal use of drugs.
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§ 35.130(b)(4)(ii)
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United States of America v. Genesis Healthcare System - Settlement Agreement
SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND GENESIS HEALTHCARE SYSTEM UNDER THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT Press Release...
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§ 35.130(b)(1)(ii)
(ii) Afford a qualified individual with a disability an opportunity to participate in or benefit from the aid, benefit, or service that is not equal to that afforded others;...
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§ 35.152(b)(2)(ii)
(ii) Shall not place inmates or detainees with disabilities in designated medical areas unless they are actually receiving medical care or treatment;...
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§ 37.169(c)(3)
(3) Without the requested modification, the individual with a disability is able to fully use the entity's services, programs, or activities for their intended purpose....
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§ 37.167(i)
(i) The entity shall ensure that adequate time is provided to allow individuals with disabilities to complete boarding or disembarking from the vehicle....
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§ 37.193(a)(1)(iii)
(iii) If the trip on which the person with a disability wishes to travel is already provided by an accessible bus, the operator has met this requirement....
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§ 38.77(a)
(a) Handrails and stanchions shall be sufficient to permit safe boarding, on-board circulation, seating and standing assistance, and alighting by persons with disabilities....
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§ 38.57(a)
(a) Handrails and stanchions shall be provided to assist safe boarding, on-board circulation, seating and standing assistance, and alighting by persons with disabilities....
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24. Is it a reasonable accommodation to modify a workplace policy?
It is a reasonable accommodation to modify a workplace policy when necessitated by an individual's disability-related limitations,(71) absent undue hardship....
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3. b. Government Assistance
Department of Justice Civil Rights Division Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Guide for Small Businesses, October 15, 2002. https://www.ada.gov/smbusgd.pdf PDF (957 KB) ADA Guide...
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Section 37.77 Purchase or Lease of New Non-Rail Vehicles by Public Entities Operating a Demand Responsive System for the General Public
They do not say, for example, that a person with a disability must be picked up in a specified number of hours....
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Sunrise House Treatment Program: Substance Abuse Among Physically Disabled Individuals - Lafayette, NJ
When it comes to physically disabled individuals, there may be special circumstances around their abuse of a drug related to their disability, especially if chronic pain is involved....
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BEA Inc. Piezo Push Button Heavy Duty Door Actuator (Push to Exit)
The LED ring can be illuminated in brilliant red, vibrant green or disabled....
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Lynx Grills Inc. 30” Grill ProSear Burner & 1 Stainless Steel Burner (L500ADA)
Features: Lynx is proud to introduce the first freestanding cart grill designed for individuals with disabilities....
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Cavity Sliders CL100 ADA LaviLock Hardware Set with 'Vacant / In Use' Indicator
The CL100 LaviLock is a disabled access lockset designed with ease of use and longevity of service in mind....
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Yale 4400 Series Institutional Door Closer
Compliance Standards: 4400 Series door closers are designed to comply with requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and ANSI standard A117.1....
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Yale 1100 Series Industrial Door Closer
Door closers meet disabled requirements for light to medium weight interior doors....
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ADA Solutions, Inc. Surface Applied Truncated Dome Detectable Warning Systems
beveled edges Standard sizes: 24" x 36", 24" x 48", 24" x 60", 36" x 48" and 36" x 60" All of our truncated dome tactile surfaces are in full compliance with the American Disabilities...
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Greenfields Outdoor Fitness Accessible Hand Cycle HP2009-7-21
But too many of these fresh-air gyms neglect a key population: individuals with mobility impairments, who due to their disabilities are more prone to sedentary lifestyles....
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Otis Elevator HANDSOFF Phone
HANDSOFF(R) PHONE: The American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and current national elevator codes require two-way communication accessibility in the elevator....
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Yale 2700 Series Architectural Door Closer
• Meets requirements for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and ANSI/BHMA A117.1 • 10-year limited warranty...
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American Standard Brandon Centerset Bathroom Faucet
performance, delivering a 1.2-GPM max flow rate 2-handle centerset lavatory faucet for 4-in centers ADA-compliant faucet is easier, safer and more comfortable for those with disabilities...
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Speed Queen Quantum Single Load Dryer Front Control Stainless Steel Cabinet
With over 48 million people today who qualify as disabled, meeting their needs is essential in commercial laundry equipment....
