Ruling in American Council of the Blind, et al. vs. Jo Anne B. Barnhart, Commissioner of the Social Security Administration states that the SSA must accommodate blind beneficiaries (4.24.08)
DREDF is investigating whether Medi-Cal users with disabilities experience physical or programmatic barriers when obtaining health care services. More information and instructions on how to share your experiences with us is available in English | Spanish | Chinese (1.3.08)
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Restoration Update (updated 2.2.08)
Support H.R. 3985, The Over-the-Road Bus Transportation Accessibility Act of 2007 (11.1.07)
Historic Agreement Regarding Diabetes Care in California Public Schools. Critical information for families in English and Spanish. (8.8.07)
In The News
5.15.08 "Aging" into a nursing home
5.2.08 Congress passes anti - genetic discrimination bill
4.15.08 Dismissal of lawsuit challenging Wisconsin segregated school upheld
4.4.08 UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities ratified by 20 Countries
1.30.08 Senators introduce the Civil Rights Act of 2008
And Of Interest...
Michael Berube takes a look at presidential candidates' disability policies (4.22.08)
U.S. based forum supporting ratification of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
Young disability groups build political presence
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Air Asia refuses to serve people who cannot walk
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Michael Berube weighs in on genetic testing
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Disability rights groups urge closure of Lubbock State School
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Illinois court approves Settlement Agreement on Motorized Wheelchairs
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Human rights appointments for NUIG law professor Gerard Quinn
The National Council on Disability (NCD) releases Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) implementation report authored by DREDF.
Special Education Needs in California County Jails or Adult State Prison?
DREDF is conducting an investigation into whether young people with disabilities are receiving special education and related services as guaranteed under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Click here for more information.
Law Clerk Internships
DREDF is seeking law students to work during summer, fall, and spring.
