A public entity may not deny the benefits of its programs, activities, and services to individuals with disabilities because its facilities are inaccessible....
Search Results "CDIHP: Center for Disability Issues and the Health Professions"
-
II-5.1000 General
-
Fraudulent purchase of designated accessible seating. (Section-by-Section Analysis)
The Department continues to believe that requiring an individual to provide proof that he or she is a person with a disability is an unnecessary and burdensome invasion of privacy and may...
-
What Does It Mean to be Qualified?
Protections under the ADA are afforded to qualified individuals with disabilities. The definition of “qualified” has two forms....
-
§ 38.155(b)
provided within passenger compartments, handrails or stanchions shall be sufficient to permit safe on-board circulation, seating and standing assistance, and alighting by persons with disabilities...
-
I. Attendants
Except under limited circumstances, you cannot require a person with a disability to be accompanied by an attendant....
-
§ 1194.3(c)
require the installation of specific accessibility-related software or the attachment of an assistive technology device at a workstation of a Federal employee who is not an individual with a disability...
-
2. What Is a Reasonable Accommodation?
., providing written instructions, or breaking tasks into smaller parts), eliminating a non-essential (or marginal) job function that someone cannot perform because of a disability, and ...
-
Doors and hardware
• Minimum-weight doors with accessible hardware are easily opened by people who have arthritis or use a cane for extra balance. For heavier doors, automatic and power-assisted...
-
Accessible route
• Clear, wide paths without stairs to the establishment’s entrance and throughout the business leave room for canes and walkers and accommodate people with reduced mobility and...
-
Signage
• Precise directional and informational signage in high-contrast colors with clear, large type and good lighting make shopping more comfortable for people with diminished short-term...
-
§ 36.311(c)
(c)
-
§1630.14(c) Examination of employees
(c) Examination of employees. A covered entity may require a medical examination (and/or inquiry) of an employee that is job-related and consistent with business necessity. A covered...
-
Sections 35.108(d)(1)(ii) and 36.105(d)(1)(ii)—Primary Object of ADA Cases
Congress did not intend for the threshold question of disability to be used as a means of excluding individuals from coverage....
-
Presidential Task Force on Employment of Adults with Disabilities
Presidential Task Force on Employment of Adults with Disabilities ________________________________________________________________ 3/18/1998 Through Executive Order 13078, President...
-
Medical examinations, screening and monitoring required by other laws
Department of Transportation for interstate bus and truck drivers, railroad engineers, airline pilots and air controllers; The Occupational Safety and Health Act: The Federal...
-
Scenario 6 – Disagreement Over Need to Evaluate
On the other hand, even if a student earns good grades, he or she may still have a disability....
-
Mark Perriello on Americans with Disabilities Act Video
Requires the Registered User plan or above. Login! -
1. When does someone with a hearing impairment have a disability within the meaning of the ADA?
When does someone with a hearing impairment have a disability within the meaning of the ADA? ...
-
Health Access for Independent Living (HAIL) Fact Sheet: Working with Your Healthcare Provider
[See subsections ...]
-
§ 36.501(a) General
Any person who is being subjected to discrimination on the basis of disability in violation of the Act or this part or who has reasonable grounds for believing that such person is about...
-
Sec.36.501(a) General
Any person who is being subjected to discrimination on the basis of disability in violation of the Act or this part or who has reasonable grounds for believing that such person is about...
-
What is a substantial limitation on major life activities?
To qualify as a “disability” under part 382 a condition or disease must substantially limit a major life activity....
-
§ 36.302(f)(8) Prevention of fraud in purchase of tickets for accessible seating
A public accommodation may not require proof of disability, including, for example, a doctor's note, before selling tickets for accessible seating....
-
May an employer ask disability-related questions or require a medical examination when an employee who has been on leave for a medical condition wants to return to work?
May an employer ask disability-related questions or require a medical examination when an employee who has been on leave for a medical condition wants to return to work?...