Disability Issues

Providing reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities is one key element in creating a more inclusive work environment.

A new GAO report found that parents of children with disabilities experience many barriers to finding child care that meets their needs.

Every day, people with disabilities must navigate airports, airplanes, and related forms of conveyance. To ensure they receive fair and equal treatment when traveling by air, Congress passed the Air Carrier Access Act in 1986.

Understanding the types of disabled parking permits available, the process for obtaining them, and where they can be used is necessary for those who require these accommodations.

By law, public schools in the United States must provide services and support for students with special needs. However, some families find that an alternative to public schooling, known as microschools, better suits their specific needs.

Some for-profit companies are preying on people with disabilities and veterans applying for government benefits. These entities exploit the complexities of the benefits system, often leaving vulnerable people at a disadvantage.

Federal civil rights laws are in place to prevent discrimination against Americans who need certain accommodations when voting.

Different government agencies are responsible for adherence to ADA rules regarding service animals. Disability attorneys help protect the rights of individuals with disabilities who use service animals.

Learning Disability Week, which takes place in the third week of June, is a good opportunity to recognize and support those with learning disabilities.