I Need Straws and Flexibility
The national movement to ban straws is making it hard for people with disabilities who need them.
July 2018
Wheelchair Users Sue Atlanta, Alleging Sidewalk Access Violations
On June 11, Atlanta became the latest major U.S. city to be sued for violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act due to lack of [...]
June 2018
ADA Bathroom Guidelines for Dummies
Wish you knew the ADA bathroom guidelines well enough to tell a business owner what they're doing wrong? This'll help.
ADA Lawsuits: Should Society Be Worried About Serial Litigants, or Serial Violators of the ADA
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reported on a lawsuit filed alleging violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act. The article shares a tone with many stories on ADA lawsuits from around the country, and is illustrative of the way that the mainstream press often portrays these lawsuits and those who file them.
Small Town ADA Violations: Building a Group Case
Q. I have a lot of problems accessing local businesses and restaurants, with many acting as if access laws are not in existence, or do not apply to them. My friends and I are talking about taking this on as a group ...
April 2018
Filing an ADA Complaint is Easier Than You Think
Have you ever gone out to a restaurant only to discover there is no accessible parking? Or worse yet, the restrooms are not accessible?
New Mobility’s Biweekly Newsletter – April 3, 2018
The Future's Smartchairs are Here. Study Finds Epidural Stimulation can Treat Low Blood Pressure. Making Sense of Your Metabolism and Making the Most of Your Body. Working the Black Hole of Our Healthcare System. Problems With Rental Car Hand Controls.
Trump Administration: The Rule of Prejudice
The rule of law is under attack, especially the civil rights of minorities, immigrants and people with disabilities.
February 2018
Passage of H.R. 620 Sparks Outrage in Disability Community
The House passed H.R. 620, which disability groups say guts the ADA
December 2017
How the Tax Overhaul Could Affect the Disability Community
On December 20, Congress passed a sweeping tax overhaul that could have serious ramifications for the disability community.
