Disability

Disability Rights Group Challenges Nassau’s Controversial Mask Ban in Court, Citing Unconstitutional Discrimination

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Nassau County, NY — A notable disability rights group has initiated legal action aimed at overturning a controversial mask ban in Nassau County. Advocates argue that the prohibition, which disallows the use of face coverings in public with limited exceptions, infringes upon the constitutional rights of disabled individuals who rely on masks for health protection. Filed by Disability Rights New York, the class action lawsuit challenges the county’s Mask Transparency Act, calling for a temporary restraining order and a preliminary injunction to halt its enforcement. This legal move underscores the mounting tensions and concerns surrounding … Read more

Minneapolis Lawyer Wins Lawsuit Against Unum to Restore Long-Term Disability Benefits Amid Health Battle

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Minneapolis, MN — A local trademark attorney, battling breast cancer, recently won a significant legal victory against Unum Life Insurance Co. of America. The court ordered the insurance giant to reinstate her long-term disability benefits, ruling that they had improperly terminated her payouts based on her cancer diagnosis and ignored other debilitating conditions she was suffering from. The decision came down from U.S. District Judge John R. Tunheim, who asserted that Unum failed to fully consider the attorney’s additional medical issues, which included cognitive impairments and frequent episodes of dizziness. The judge pointed out that … Read more

Florida Woman Sues Pasco County Over Alleged Disability Discrimination in Building Code Dispute

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Pasco County, FL — More than half a year has passed since Danielle Atherton-Bonner first voiced her concerns, and now, the Florida resident has taken legal action. Atherton-Bonner has filed a lawsuit against Pasco County, citing discrimination based on disability. This legal battle stems from a contentious requirement by the county for her to install a costly fire sprinkler system in her home, a mandate they defend as a safety precaution. Atherton-Bonner, who uses a wheelchair for mobility, claims that the county’s insistence on the installation of the sprinkler system in her single-family home does … Read more

Explosion of Disability Lawsuits: How One Law Firm’s Strategy is Impacting Businesses Nationwide

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Washington, D.C. – A surge in disability lawsuits has swept over businesses across the United States, instigated primarily by a specific law firm. This legal powerhouse has flooded various courts with thousands of claims, alleging that numerous businesses fail to comply with federal disability laws. These lawsuits target a myriad of establishments ranging from restaurants and shops to healthcare facilities, arguing that they are not adequately accessible to people with disabilities. The heart of these legal actions lies in the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a civil rights law that mandates equal access and prohibits … Read more