This week’s blog entry is a case that I have had in my blog to file for some time. This is one of Andrew Rozynski’s cases, and it is not the first time I have blogged on one of his
Understanding the ADA
The Blog of William D. Goren, J.D. LL.M.
Understanding the ADA is a blog published by William D. Goren J.D., LL.M., LLC that focuses on legal issues related to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Rehabilitation Act. The blog covers topics such as federal court decisions interpreting ADA provisions, state immunity versus federal claims, reasonable accommodations in employment and public accommodations, architectural barrier litigation, and legislative developments affecting ADA compliance. It also addresses practical challenges faced by persons with disabilities, including forced participation in programs due to disability and the interactive process in employment accommodations. The blog analyzes case law, statutory changes, and regulatory interpretations relevant to disability rights enforcement.
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A doubleheader: Federal Court Accessibility and Tribal Sovereign Immunity
Today’s blog entry comes to me courtesy of Prof. Leonard Sandler, a clinical law professor at the University of Iowa. He sent me the case of Goldup v. Casino decided by the United States District Court for the Southern District…
Cases/Developments to Watch
I thought I would do a different kind of blog entry this week. With the new administration, there have been so many dizzying developments. Also, the EEOC recently filed a spate of cases that bear watching as well. I thought…
A Temporary Disability Can be a Protected ADA Disability and Other Stuff
I hope everyone’s new year is off to a fabulous start. Congratulations to Ohio State for winning the NCAA FBS championship.
Today’s blog entry deals with whether a temporary disability can be a disability under the ADA. The answer…
Stanley Oral Argument at the Supreme Court
As promised, here is a blog entry on the Stanley oral argument. This blog entry will discuss the question that the various Justices asked to each of the attorneys presenting arguments to the Court. In the last section, I will…
Upcoming Oral Argument Before the Supreme Court in Stanley
I wanted to tell everyone that my thoughts are with you with respect to weather-related disasters. California struggling terribly with the fires. The South got hit with winter storms. We had 4 inches of snow in Atlanta. Fortunately, it should…
DOT Final Regulation on Ensuring Safe Accommodations for Air Travelers with Disabilities Using Wheelchairs
Happy new year everyone!
Today’s blog entry looks at the DOT final rule issued last month on ensuring safe accommodation for air travelers with disabilities using wheelchairs. We previously blogged on the proposed rule in the blog entry on…
DOJ Frequently Asked Questions Documents and Service Animals Revisited
Before getting started on the blog entry of the week (I had a few hours to myself and I find writing blog entries relaxing, NK), I want to wish everyone a Merry Christmas, happy Hanukkah, happy holidays, and a happy…
2024 Understanding the ADA Greatest Hits
It is that time of the year for the greatest hits of 2024. The greatest hits section of the blog contains the top 10 for the year as well as certain other blog entries that are not in the top…
Interactive Process is a Continuing Obligation and Just What is an Adverse Action
(Decision immediately above in adobe format for this week’s blog entry)
Gavina v. Amazon.com-Word version
(word version of case immediately above)
I hope everyone is having a great holiday season. The way it looks for me…