Secondary Sources by Subject: Disabilities

Practical guide for the attorney covering all aspects of the Americans With Disabilities Act.

These series analyzes the scope and nature of the obligations that Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) imposes upon almost every business in the nation to make reasonable accommodations to ensure their facilities, programs, goods and services are accessible to people with disabilities. Features an in-depth explanation of the steps public accommodations and commercial facilities must take in order to comply with the construction and alteration requirements of Title III.

Provides guidance needed to help your clients or a company comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and minimize litigation. Covers the employment and public accommodation provisions of the ADA in great detail. Examines statutory language, administrative regulations, common liabilities, means of accommodation, and the overlap of ADA with workers' compensation laws and the Family and Medical Leave Act.

Logically organized and readable discussion of the entire body of law affecting the mentally disabled. It provides thoughtful answers to practically every research, counseling or litigation problem that could conceivably arise in this area. Each chapter of this treatise contains practical checklists and commentary to highlight and clarify case authority. Extensively annotated, it contains a table of cases and cites hundreds of authoritative secondary sources.

This manual presents the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in easy-to-understand language and is a useful resource for ensuring compliance or handling litigation. In addition to a comprehensive review of ADA standards and litigation issues, it provides practical guidance in applying Title III of the law (public accommodations). Key topics covered include ADA requirements, entities covered by and exempted from Title III, constitutional challenges to Title III, barrier removal, new construction and alterations, auxiliary aids, federal certification, tax considerations, and enforcement.

Medical Proof of Social Security Disability includes everything you need to present a comprehensive picture of a client's disability. It shows how to establish the requisite medical proof of a client claim using fundamental information such as anatomy and medical charts. In clear language, the text walks through the elements of proof of each of the Social Security listings.

This unique, all-in-one source offers pertinent medical analysis along with analysis of statutes, regulations, and case law, combined with practical advice, step-by-step guidance and numerous practice aids. . . in short, everything you need to effectively handle the constantly growing and ever-changing field of Social Security practice whether you are new to Social Security representation or a seasoned practitioner.

Figure out how to get retirement, disability, dependents, and survivors benefits, or Supplemental Security Income (SSI).

Provides guidance of the claims process, from application to payment. Also contains comprehensive analysis regarding:
Regulations, Social Security rulings, acquiescence rulings, POMS, HALLEX, Dictionary of Occupational Titles, and caselaw.

All aspects of Social Security disability claims are covered in this title, from the first interview through an appeal to federal court.

This practice-oriented guide shows you, in directly applicable step-by-step form, how to meet the ADA legal requirements that affect employment policies and procedures. Includes Special Report: Eighth Circuit Highlights Importance of ADA Interactive Process.

This treatise offers you a comprehensive discussion of the law of disability discrimination and accommodation of employees with disabilities, along with checklists and forms for developing compliance strategies and defending litigated claims. A thorough treatment of the protections and remedies available under the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Rehabilitation Act, and other federal remedies for disability discrimination, this title also analyzes the disability discrimination laws of all 50 states and the District of Columbia, with coverage of parties, protected conditions, commencing the action, proof burdens, and remedies.

This treatise examines the applicable statutory scheme, limitations period, impact of pursuing parallel proceedings, and the standard by which key substantive issues are reviewed on appeal. Presents federal discrimination laws topically and scrutinizes applicable disability discrimination laws in every state. Litigation of claims is examined from both employee and employer perspectives; separate chapters explain trial procedures, remedies, and attorney’s fees. Also examines management and compliance practices and programs, including a cost-effective management plan from an in-house counsel’s perspective.

This guide is an indispensable resource for attorneys navigating conservatorship law in California. Covers all phases of conservatorship, estate management, accountings, and representing the conservatee. It's a must-have for legal professionals seeking in-depth knowledge and practical guidance in this complex and evolving area of law.

California Fair Housing and Public Accommodations provides a comprehensive treatment of the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Unruh Civil Rights Act (Unruh), and related state and federal caselaw on the subjects of housing discrimination and public accommodations.

Keep up with the newest laws and trends with the best and most comprehensive resource on California guardianships law and practice.
Analysis of the need for a guardianship and discussion of alternatives, guidance on initiating guardianship proceedings, in-depth coverage of guardianships of the person and estate, explanations of jurisdiction and venue in probate guardianships, and more!

Understand complicated special needs trust issues and public benefit laws affecting persons with disabilities with the first book to completely cover this rapidly expanding field.