federal ADA home page provides a helpful list of “Myths and Facts about the American Disabilities Act”. For example, it is a myth that “the ADA requires businesses to remove barriers overnight”. Rather, the fact is that businesses “are only required to do what is readily achievable at that time. A small business may find … Continued

Compliance with disability access regulations is the right thing to do. Nevertheless, it’s hard to see these kinds of lawsuits as anything other than harassment. Unfortunately they are happening with greater frequency and very little warning. ADA Lawsuits Take Their Toll in Davis When lawsuits targeting businesses not in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act … Continued

Mistakes in ADA compliance can be costly. One common mistake in both new construction and the alteration of existing structures is overlooking the requirement of a level, maneuverable clearance area for primary entrance doors. The front approach to the pull side of a swinging door must have wheelchair maneuvering space that extends 24 inches or … Continued