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Government

Jul. 30, 2016

Bill reduces recoverable disability access damages

Under a new state law, business owners may hire a certified access specialist to ensure compliance with disability access standards and obtain an inspection report as proof of inspection. By Julian Pardo de Zela

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By Julian Pardo de Zela

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Federal and state disability laws make it illegal for businesses to discriminate against disabled individuals. Violators may be liable for damages that include significant attorney fees and costs, even if the violation is seemingly trivial and there was no inten...

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