5K raises $85,000 to support individuals with disabilities in Ocean County
LAKEWOOD, N.J. — More than 700 participants gathered Saturday for The Arc, Ocean County Chapter’s 23rd Annual Step Up for The Arc Walk and 5K … Read more
Disabilities
Toms River announces summer camp for children with developmental disabilities
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River Township announced the return of Camp Discovery, a summer day program designed for children with developmental disabilities, set to … Read more
Murphy Administration Aims to Enhance Services for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Human Services is taking steps to improve the quality of care provided to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities who … Read more
Camp Administrators Reminded to Comply with the Disabilities Act This Summer
Under the ADA, summer camps, both private and those run by municipalities, must make reasonable modifications to enable campers with disabilities to participate fully in … Read more
New Legislation Enhances School Fire Safety Drills for Students with Disabilities
TRENTON, NJ – The Senate Education Committee recently passed Senate Bill No. 2057 with significant amendments aimed at enhancing safety measures for students with disabilities … Read more
The United States Settles With Borough Of Bellefonte To Make Public Meetings Accessible To Those With Hearing Disabilities
SCRANTON- The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania announced that the Borough of Bellefonte has agreed under Title II of the … Read more
Governor Signs Corrado Bill Making Public Transportation Safer for People with Disabilities
Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities will soon be able to enjoy safer, more mobility friendly streets thanks to legislation sponsored by Sen. Kristin Corrado and signed into law by Gov. Murphy.
U.S. Attorney’s Office Joins Virtual Listening Session On Voting Barriers Encountered By Individuals With Disabilities In North Carolina
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Today, U.S. Attorney Dena J. King joined the U.S. Attorneys’ Offices in the Middle and Eastern Districts of North Carolina, and the … Read more
Singer Bill Establishing Pilot Program for Individuals with Disabilities Clears Committee
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Robert Singer that would create a one-year pilot program for individuals with disabilities to address social and community inclusion needs was approved today in committee.
Corrado Bill Improving Road Safety for Individuals with Disabilities Signed into Law
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Kristin Corrado that would allow individuals diagnosed with a communication disability to indicate that status on their driver’s license was signed into law today by Gov. Murphy.
Roosevelt Care Centers Charged with Violating the Americans with Disabilities Act
NEWARK, N.J. – On Monday, the U.S. Attorney’s Office filed a lawsuit against Roosevelt Care Centers, alleging violation of Title I of the Americans with … Read more
Senate Approves Oroho Bill that Would Protect Individuals with Disabilities
Parents of children with disabilities may soon be able to file a complaint for guardianship six months before a child reaches the age of 18 thanks to bipartisan legislation sponsored by Sen. Steven Oroho and approved today by the New Jersey Senate.
Corrado Bill Improving Road Safety for Individuals with Disabilities Clears Senate
The New Jersey Senate approved legislation today sponsored by Sen. Kristin Corrado that would allow individuals diagnosed with a communication disability to indicate that status on their driver’s license.
Governor Signs Corrado Bill Improving Safety of Roads and Public Transit for People with Disabilities
Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities may soon be able to enjoy safer, more mobility friendly streets thanks to legislation sponsored by Sen. Kristin Corrado and signed into law today by Gov. Murphy.
Committee Approves Oroho Bill that Would Protect Individuals with Disabilities
Parents of children with disabilities may soon be able to file a complaint for guardianship six months before a child turns 18 thanks to bipartisan legislation sponsored by Sen. Steven Oroho and approved today by the Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee.
Town of Greenwich Agrees to Increase Accessibility at Marina to Comply with Americans with Disabilities Act
Vanessa Roberts Avery, United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut, today announced that the U.S. Attorney’s Office has reached a settlement agreement with the … Read more
U.S. Attorney’s Office Reaches Settlement with New Jersey Transit to Ensure New Jersey Transit’s Paratransit System Complies with Americans with Disabilities Act
NEWARK, N.J. – The U.S. Attorney’s Office has reached a comprehensive settlement with New Jersey Transit Corporation (NJ Transit) to resolve allegations that it violated … Read more
Former State of Georgia employee sentenced to five years in federal prison for stealing $1.3 million earmarked for citizens with disabilities
ATLANTA – Former Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency counselor Karen C. Lyke (formerly known as Karen C. Gregory) has been sentenced to five years in prison … Read more
City of Kyle Agrees to Ensure Persons with Disabilities Equal Access to Its Reduced-Fare Transportation Program
AUSTIN – U.S. Attorney Ashley C. Hoff of the Western District of Texas announced today that the City of Kyle (“Kyle” or the “City”) has … Read more
U.S. Attorney’s Office Reaches Settlement with New Jersey Transit to Ensure Equal Access for Individuals with Disabilities at Five Intercity Rail Stations
NEWARK, N.J. – The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Jersey has reached a settlement with New Jersey Transit Corporation (NJ Transit) to … Read more
GREEN BAY-BASED IN-HOME CAREGIVING SERVICE AGREES TO PAY $10,000 TO RESOLVE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT ALLEGATIONS
United States Attorney Gregory J. Haanstad announced on October 5, 2022, that the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Wisconsin had reached a … Read more
Ukrainians with disabilities remain trapped in conflict zones, U.N. committee says
By Catarina Demony (Reuters) – Some people with disabilities in Ukraine remain trapped in life-threatening situations and must be evacuated to ensure they can access … Read more
Goochland Powhatan Community Services Agrees to Settle Americans with Disabilities Act Complaint
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – The United States Attorney’s Office announced a settlement agreement under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) with Goochland Powhatan Community Services (GPCS), … Read more
Justice Department Secures $293,000 Jury Award Against City of Springfield, Illinois, for Discriminating Against People with Disabilities
WASHINGTON – On July 26, 2022, following a two-day trial, a federal jury awarded $293,000 in damages against the City of Springfield, Illinois, for attempting … Read more
Uber Commits To Changes And Pays Millions To Resolve Justice Department Lawsuit For Overcharging People With Disabilities
SAN FRANCISCO – The Department of Justice filed in court today a multi-million-dollar settlement agreement with Uber Technologies Inc. (Uber) to resolve a lawsuit alleging … Read more
Army Veteran Is Sentenced To Prison For Receiving Nearly $1 Million In Veteran Benefits For Fraudulent Service-Connected Disabilities
ASHEVILLE, N.C. – Today, U.S. District Judge Max O. Cogburn Jr. sentenced John Paul Cook, 58, of Marshall, N.C. to ten months in prison, five … Read more
U.S. Attorney’s Office Files Suit against Chicago Cubs Alleging Wrigley Field Renovations and Expansion Violated Americans with Disabilities Act
The United States Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Illinois today filed a federal civil lawsuit against the CHICAGO CUBS, alleging the team failed … Read more
Attorney Pleads Guilty To Filing Fraudulent Lawsuits Under The Americans With Disabilities Act
Damian Williams, the United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, announced that attorney STUART FINKELSTEIN pled guilty to mail fraud in connection … Read more
Owners of Skilled Nursing Facilities Agree to Settle Americans with Disabilities Act Complaint
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – The United States Attorney’s Office announced a settlement agreement under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) with the owners of Carrington Place … Read more
U.S. Attorney’s Office Reminds Communities Regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act and Outdoor Dining Areas
LEXINGTON, Ky. — As part of continuing COVID-19 pandemic mitigation strategies, many cities and other local municipalities have allowed restaurants to create or expand outdoor … Read more
DOJ and Vancouver Police Department resolve alleged violations of Americans with Disabilities Act
Seattle – The Vancouver Police Department in Vancouver, Washington, and the U.S. Department of Justice today reached a settlement agreement to ensure equal access to … Read more
Department of Justice Secures Agreement with EOHHS to Provide Community-Based Services to Children with Disabilities in Rhode Island
PROVIDENCE, R.I. – The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Rhode Island and the U.S. Department of Justice today entered into a settlement … Read more
U.S. Attorney’s Office and Mercy Health Northern Hospital Systems Agree to Settlement to Resolve Violations of Americans with Disabilities Act
Acting U.S. Attorney Michelle M. Baeppler announced today that the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Ohio reached a settlement agreement with various … Read more
United States Reaches Agreement with CVS Pharmacy, Inc., to Ensure Online Access to COVID-19 Vaccine Registration for People with Disabilities
PROVIDENCE, R.I. – The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Rhode Island and the Justice Department announced today that they have reached a … Read more
DOJ and Port of Edmonds resolve complaint regarding violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act
Seattle – The U.S. Department of Justice and the Port of Edmonds, Washington have resolved a complaint that the Port violated the Americans with Disabilities … Read more
Settlement Agreement Reached with Rhode Island Department of Children, Youth and Families to Address Discrimination Against Parents with Disabilities
The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Rhode Island and the Office for Civil Rights at the Department of Health and Human Services … Read more
U.S. Attorney’s Office Files Lawsuit Against Flint Neurological Centre P.C. For Violating the Rights of Individuals Who Have Disabilities
FLINT, MI — The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Michigan today announced that it has filed a lawsuit against Flint Neurological Centre … Read more
Massachusetts State Police Agrees to Settle Allegations of Americans with Disabilities Act Violations
BOSTON – The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Massachusetts has reached an agreement with the Massachusetts State Police to resolve allegations that the … Read more
United States Reaches Agreement with Travis County Clerk’s Office to Ensure Polling Place Access for Voters with Disabilities
AUSTIN – U.S. Attorney Ashley C. Hoff of the Western District of Texas announced today that the United States has reached an agreement with the … Read more
U.S. Attorney’s Office Enforces Americans with Disabilities Act Against Airport Parking Company
DENVER – The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Colorado announces that it resolved a claim of discrimination under the Americans with Disabilities Act against … Read more
Oregon Department of Human Services Employee Indicted for Sexual Misconduct and Kidnapping a Woman with Developmental Disabilities
PORTLAND, Ore.— A federal grand jury in Portland returned an indictment today charging an Oregon Department of Human Services employee with kidnapping a woman with … Read more
Toms River Bowling Benefit Raises Money Toward Purchase of Mobile Sensory Vehicle for Children with Developmental Disabilities
TOMS RIVER, NJ – This weekend, Tracey Fournier and her team at the Toms River Advisory Committee on Developmental Disabilities raised money through a bowling … Read more
United States Attorney’s Office Reminds State and Local Government Agencies to Designate an Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Virginia announced today that it has issued a Dear Colleagues Letter reminding state … Read more
Justice Department Secures Settlement With Meijer, Inc. To Make Its Online Covid-19 Vaccine Portal Accessible To Individuals With Disabilities
GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN — The United States Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Michigan and the Justice Department announced … Read more
Justice Department secures agreement with Kroger to make online COVID-19 vaccine registration accessible for people with disabilities
COLUMBUS, Ohio – United States Attorney Kenneth L. Parker announced today a Department of Justice settlement agreement with Ohio-based retailer The Kroger Co. The agreement, … Read more
Waterbury to Ensure that Polling Stations are Accessible to People with Mobility Disabilities
Leonard C Boyle, Acting United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut, today announced that the government has reached a settlement agreement with the City … Read more
United States Reaches Settlement with Frederick County Public School District to Protect Students with Disabilities
Baltimore, Maryland – The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Maryland and the Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division announced today a settlement … Read more
Justice Department Sues Uber For Overcharging People With Disabilities
SAN FRANCISCO — The Justice Department today filed a lawsuit against Uber Technologies Inc. (Uber) for charging “wait time” fees to passengers who, because of … Read more
Justice Department Secures Settlement With Rite Aid Corporation To Make Its Online Covid-19 Vaccine Portal Accessible To Individuals With Disabilities
HARRISBURG – The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania and the Justice Department announced an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) settlement … Read more
Skilled Nursing Facility Operator Agrees to Settle Americans With Disabilities Act Allegations
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – A company that previously operated skilled nursing facilities agreed to pay compensatory damages and a civil penalty to settle allegations involving violations … Read more