This article was first published by the California Bankers Association. In January, 2016, Carlson Lynch Sweet & Kilpela (“CLSK”) sent hundreds of near-identical form letters to national retailers, hotels, restaurants, and other businesses, claiming that their internet-based services (retail websites) discriminate against persons who are visually disabled under the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA). The letters contend […]
Jim Butler and Marty Orlick’s blog article from Hotel Law Blog, “Court Hits Uber and Lyft for ADA Violations” was republished on Hotel News Resource.
Jim Butler and Marty Orlick’s blog article from Hotel Law Blog: “ADA Website Accessibility Lawsuits Escalate” was republished on Hotel News Resource and Hotel Online.
Marty Orlick’s blog article from Hotel Law Blog, “Hotel Fights Back: Judge Dismisses High Frequency Litigant’s ADA Pool Lift Case” was republished on Hotel Online.
Soon businesses with an online presence will be required to make their websites accessible to persons with disabilities or face litigation in state and federal court. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) already requires businesses with a physical presence to comply with exacting and numerous standards (e.g., door width, counter height, sidewalk slope, etc.) The […]
Marty Orlick wrote the article ‘How Many Judges Does it Take to Rule That A Shopping Center Tenant Is Not Liable for ADA Violations In Common Areas?’ for the October edition of the Real Property Law Section e-Bulletin.
Jim Butler and Marty Orlick’s blog article, “Just published: The ADA Compliance and Defense Guide — free download,” was picked up by Hotel Online, Hotel News Resource, Hospitality Net, Lodging Partners and OC Restaurant Association.
Marty Orlick’s article, “ADA Lawyer: FedEx sued for failure to provide effective auxiliary aids and services for hearing and speech impaired employees and job applicants,” was published by Jim Butler’s Hotel Law Blog, and was picked up by Hotel Online and Hotel News Resource.
Jim Butler and Marty Orlick’s article entitled, “FAQs on Service Animal Requirements of the ADA. What Every Hotelier Needs to Know. Why Uber was Sued,” was published by Hotel Online and was picked up by Hospitality Net.
David Sudeck’s article, “Good for Business – Is Your Resort ADA Compliant?” was featured in Vacation Industry Review, published by Interval International, in the July-September 2014 issue.