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    Senator Bob Casey Introduces S. 3333 Requiring Airlines to Improve Accessibility of Entertainment

    Oh, for flying out loud − airlines have to be told to effectively communicate with passengers. Despite the...

    Research and Stats 4 min read

    The Valuable 500: What is it and Why is it Important?

    The global accessibility conversation evolves and expands every day. As we continue to strive for a more...
    Research and Stats 3 min read

    Beyond the ADA: Exploring Disability Rights Legislation

    While the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is the most comprehensive piece of disability rights legislation...
    Research and Stats 4 min read

    Bipartisan Senate Bill Prevents Organ Transplant Discrimination for People With Disabilities

    Senators Maggie Hassan (D-NH) and Marco Rubio (R-FL) recently introduced a bill that would prevent discrimination...
    Research and Stats 4 min read

    What Are Least Restrictive Environments (LRE’s) And Why Are They Important?

    Federal law requires children with disabilities to be educated in the least restrictive environment (LRE), as...
    Education 2 min read

    15 Disability Etiquette Basics

    Some people feel uncomfortable when engaging with coworkers and acquaintances with disabilities. The discomfort...
    Research and Stats 5 min read

    The Limb Loss Community’s Fight to Access Assistive Technology

    Whether we realize it or not, nearly everyone utilizes some sort of “assistive technology” on a daily basis. This...
    Research and Stats 3 min read

    Wheelchair Basketball Podcast Looks to Grow the Game

    The last couple of years have seen a significant increase in athlete-led podcasts, particularly in basketball. JJ...
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    What is the Difference Between deaf, Deaf, or Hard of Hearing?

    When it comes to the D/deaf and hard-of-hearing community, it can be challenging to understand the differences in...
    Research and Stats 2 min read

    Celebrating International Day of Persons with Disabilities

    On December 3, 2021, we celebrate International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) and the 40th anniversary...
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    Do All Deaf People Use Sign Language?

    When you encounter someone who is deaf or hard-of-hearing, your first instinct may be to use your hands to communicate. Maybe you’re fluent in...

    Research and Stats 2 min read

    What Are Accessible Fonts?

    With text making up so much of the digital content that we consume, keeping it accessible is a crucial step in...
    Technology and Innovation 3 min read

    Accessibility Rules of Dressing, Fitting or Locker Rooms

    One simple way clothing stores, mall outlets, gyms and fitness boutiques can build loyalty with the one in four...
    Physical Accessibility 3 min read

    Do Small Businesses with Fewer Than 15 Employees Have to Be ADA Compliant?

    One in four U.S. adults – or 61 million Americans – has a disability. Each one of those is a potential employee,...
    Legal 3 min read

    ADA Requirements for Sales and Service Counters

    If your business requires a sales or service counter, it’s important to ensure the counter meets a set of...
    Physical Accessibility 2 min read

    Autism Representation in the Media — And How It Impacts Real Life

    In the past few years, autism has been in the media more than it ever has before. This is a very positive change —...
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    The Verdict: Can Plaintiffs Make Money from ADA Lawsuits?

    The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law in 1990 to prohibit discrimination against people...
    Legal 3 min read

    Accommodating Employees with Fragrance Sensitivities

    An estimated 32.2 percent of the population experiences negative health effects from exposure to scented products....
    Employment 3 min read

    The History and Evolution of Disability Models

    A few decades ago, people who were diagnosed with a disability were pigeonholed into a category and often set on a...
    Research and Stats 5 min read

    Assistive Technology for Physical Disabilities

    Assistive technologies have evolved rapidly in recent years, providing people with physical disabilities with...
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