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Disability Discrimination
Disability discrimination is the unequal treatment of an individual based on that individual's real or perceived disability. This section offers in-depth information on unlawful disability discrimination in a number of settings -- including employment and public accommodations (access to buildings and businesses). You will also find an overview of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA, and links to other key federal laws and U.S. Supreme Court decisions related to disability discrimination.
Disability Discrimination and ADA Basics:
- Disability Discrimination Basics - covers the basic elements of disability discrimination.
- The Americans with Disabilities Act - Overview - introduces key components of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Types of Disability Discrimination:
- Disability Discrimination in Education - information and resources concerning disability discrimination in an educational setting.
- Disability Discrimination in Employment - learn more about disability discrimination in the workplace.
- Disability Discrimination in Health Care - federal prohibits health care and human service providers and institutions from discriminating based on a disability.
- Rental Housing Rights for Disabled Tenants - landlords can't treat disabled persons unequally in housing decisions.
- Disability Discrimination and Public Accommodations - most buildings and businesses must make their spaces accessible to the disabled.
- Disability Discrimination in Transportation - goes over the rights of the disabled when using transportation.
Disability Discrimination Resources:
- Disability Discrimination Laws - lists the laws that cover disability discrimination.
- Disability Discrimination: U.S. Supreme Court Cases - important U.S. Supreme Court cases that deal with disability discrimination.
See also:
- Disability Access: How to File an ADA Title III Complaint - what to do if you or someone you know has experienced disability discrimination in a public accommodation.
- A Guide to Disability Rights Laws (FindLaw Bookshelf) - more information on disabilities and civil rights.
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