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Historic Resolution: Disability Rights Oregon Triumphs in Grants Pass Lawsuit

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GRANTS PASS, Ore. — A lawsuit initiated by Disability Rights Oregon against the city of Grants Pass has concluded, spotlighting issues surrounding the treatment of individuals with disabilities within municipal facilities. The legal battle, which has drawn attention to disability rights in the area, highlighted systemic problems that advocates claim were long overlooked. The litigation centered on claims that the city failed to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act, particularly regarding physical accessibility in public places. Disability Rights Oregon contended that several locations within the city did not meet federal standards, obstructing access for … Read more

Colorado Bar Exam July Results: 80% Pass Rate as New Lawyers Emerge Ready for Practice

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Denver, Colorado – The latest results from the Colorado bar examination, held in July, reveal a significant milestone with 597 of the 744 candidates passing the rigorous test. This 80% pass rate underscores the intense preparation and legal acumen of the aspiring lawyers, while the remaining 20% are faced with deciding whether to retake the test or pursue different career paths. The bar exam, a critical hurdle for those seeking to become licensed attorneys, takes place twice annually under the auspices of the Colorado Supreme Court through its Office of Attorney Admissions. Unlike the broader … Read more

Federal Judge Dismisses Disney Park Pass Class Action, Citing Refund Options for Platinum Pass Holders Amid Pandemic Restrictions

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ORLANDO, Fla. — A federal judge in Florida recently dismissed a class action lawsuit against Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, which alleged that the company unfairly restricted access for its highest-tier annual pass holders during the COVID-19 pandemic. The ruling clarified that affected consumers had options they declined to pursue, including the opportunity to cancel their passes for a refund. The plaintiffs, two patrons of the popular theme parks, argued their Platinum Passes did not provide the value promised due to imposed reservation systems and other limitations during the outbreak. However, the judge countered that … Read more

Homeless Woman vs. Grants Pass: Supreme Court to Decide Landmark Case on Criminalizing Survival

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Portland, Oregon – Ed Johnson, a prominent lawyer and tour guide at the U.S. Supreme Court in the late 1980s, is set to return to the iconic building on April 22. However, this time he won’t be giving tours. Johnson, the director of litigation at the Oregon Law Center, will be involved in arguing “Grants Pass v. Johnson,” a significant case that could shape how cities address the issue of homelessness. In this case, Johnson will be representing Gloria Johnson, a homeless woman who alleges that the Grants Pass police attempted to force her out … Read more