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2010 ADA Definition
Qualified Interpreter: The final definition now states that ‘‘[q]ualified interpreter means an interpreter who, via a video remote interpreting (VRI) service or an on-site appearance, is able to interpret effectively, accurately, and impartially, both receptively and expressively, using any necessary specialized vocabulary. Qualified interpreters include, for example, sign language interpreters, oral transliterators, and cued-language transliterators.''
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28 CFR Part 35 Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in State and Local Government Services (1991 ADA Title II Regulations)
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General Provisions
The Supervisor shall not exclude qualified individuals with disabilities from participation in or deny them the benefits of the voting program or services, or subject them to discrimination...
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What kinds of treatments constitute maintenance rather than an alteration?
In some cases, the combination of several maintenance treatments occurring at or near the same time may qualify as an alteration and would trigger the obligation to provide curb ramps....
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7.5 Nondiscrimination and Opportunity for Advancement
In particular, an employer: should not assume that an individual is not interested in, or not qualified for, advancement because of disability; should not deny a promotion...
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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS: THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT AND HIRING POLICE OFFICERS
ANSWERS: THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT AND HIRING POLICE OFFICERS The Americans with Disabilities Act, or ADA, is a civil rights law guaranteeing equal opportunity to jobs for qualified...
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Q. Must employers be familiar with the many diverse types of disabilities to know whether or how to make a reasonable accommodation?
An employer is required to accommodate only a "known" disability of a qualified applicant or employee....
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Cinemark filed suit against the United States in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas on January 28, 1999, alleging that the Department's interpretation of...
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ADA Guide for Small Businesses
However, this technical assistance does not constitute a legal interpretation of the statute. SBA Authorization #99-2111-26 fourth printing, June 1999...
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201 Application
Some comments argued that this change could be interpreted as broadening the scope of the guidelines to cover elements that are not fixed or built-in. Response....
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Q6.) How important is the method of measurement in considering the tolerances allowable in finished construction?
Unfortunately, where no standards exist, the methods are subject to interpretation and argument. ...
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24. No Other Representations
provision: (i) to preclude any claim that any Party was in any way fraudulently induced to execute this Settlement Agreement; and (ii) to preclude the introduction of parol evidence to vary, interpret...
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Plain Language Instructions
In any regulation, there is a tension between drafting language that is simple and straightforward and drafting language that gives full effect to issues of legal interpretation....
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Section 1630.15(b) and (c) Disparate Impact Defenses
Both are equally qualified....
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Section 36.304 Removal of Barriers (Section-by-Section Analysis)
harbor provision and a reduced scoping option that would apply to all public accommodations, as well as a proposal for a safe harbor provision and an exemption that would apply only to qualified...
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§35.130(d) and §35.130(e) (Section-by-Section Analysis)
in the discussion of paragraph (b)(1)(iv), provide that the public entity must administer services, programs, and activities in the most integrated setting appropriate to the needs of qualified...
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II. ENFORCING THE ADA PART 2
The Department recognizes that enhanced and emerging technologies may allow health care providers to obtain qualified interpreters more quickly, economically, and efficiently 24 hours a...
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I. Executive Summary
Summary of Key Provisions of the Act and Rule The ADA Amendments Act made important changes to the meaning and interpretation of the term ‘‘disability’’ in the ADA in order to effectuate...
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APPENDIX RESOURCES FOR LOCATING REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS
The two main sources of interpretive information are: (1) the Interpretive Guidance accompanying the Title I regulations (also known as the "Appendix" to the regulations), 29 C.F.R. pt....
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Section 36.308 Seating in Assembly Areas (Preamble, Section-by-Section Analysis)
substantially less rigorous than those required for new construction and alterations, the final rule clarifies in § 36.308(a)(3) that in no event can the requirements for existing facilities be interpreted...
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Section 37.3 Definitions
However, the Department does not interpret its rules to require transportation providers to accommodate devices that are not primarily designed or intended to assist persons with mobility...
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Section 36.308 Seating in Assembly Areas (Section-By-Section Analysis and Response to Comments)
substantially less rigorous than those required for new construction and alterations, the final rule clarifies in Sec.36.308(a)(3) that in no event can the requirements for existing facilities be interpreted...
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3. What does it mean for a public school district to give “primary consideration” to the request of the student with a disability when making the decision to provide a particular auxiliary aid or service?
school student who lost his or her hearing later in life and who uses a cochlear implant may not be as familiar with sign language and may feel most comfortable and proficient with an oral interpreter...
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Interacting with People with Hearing Disabilities
If a person who is deaf is using an interpreter, always speak directly to the person, not the interpreter....
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11B-805.7 Built-in cabinets and work surfaces
Development (OSHPD), which has jurisdiction over hospitals and long-term care facilities in California, issued Code Application Notice CAN 2-11B, dated 9/9/14, which includes the following interpretation...