Disability Law
We advocate for an inclusive society by protecting the rights of individuals with disabilities, helping them access the benefits and accommodations they need.
1 in 4
A quarter of U.S. adults have a disability.
1
Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention, “Disability Impacts All
of Us,” July, 2024.
Prevention, “Disability Impacts All
of Us,” July, 2024.
77.5%
77.5% of people with disabilities were either unemployed or not in the labor force in 2023.
2
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics,
“Persons with a Disability: Labor Force
Characteristics — 2023” (Feb. 22, 2024).
“Persons with a Disability: Labor Force
Characteristics — 2023” (Feb. 22, 2024).
74%
74% of companies observed better teamwork and an improved overall atmosphere after hiring disabled workers.
3
Luisa Alemany & Freek Vermeulen,
“Disability as a Source of Competitive
Advantage,” Harvard Business Review
(July–Aug. 2023).
“Disability as a Source of Competitive
Advantage,” Harvard Business Review
(July–Aug. 2023).
25%
Approximately 25% of Americans with disabilities aged 18 to 64 live in poverty.
4
Center for Research on Disability,
“Section 6: Poverty,” American Community
Survey, U.S. Census Bureau (2022).
“Section 6: Poverty,” American Community
Survey, U.S. Census Bureau (2022).
We help clients pursue claims for denied healthcare services and insurance benefits related to their disabilities.
Our disability law practice supports individuals facing discrimination, denied benefits, or insufficient accommodations, including:
- Employment Discrimination: We represent clients who experience workplace discrimination such as wrongful termination, harassment, or lack of reasonable accommodations.
- Denial of Disability Benefits: Our team challenges denied SSDI and long-term disability claims to help secure the benefits clients deserve.
- Accessibility Violations: We address ADA non-compliance, seeking compensation and advocating for improved accessibility standards.
- Education and Public Services: Our firm pursues claims against institutions that fail to meet their disability-related obligations.
Overview
Disability rights are human rights, and our firm is committed to driving change toward a more inclusive society.
We help clients in employment discrimination cases, addressing wrongful termination and failure to accommodate.
Accessibility Barriers
Disabled people face significant challenges that impact their daily lives, opportunities, and societal inclusion—ranging from limited job prospects and healthcare disparities to inadequate educational support, social isolation, inaccessible transportation, and unaffordable housing.
Many individuals with disabilities also encounter discrimination and a heightened risk of violence and abuse. We strive to confront these injustices, raising the standards for equal treatment, and building a future where disability is no longer a barrier to opportunity.
Our firm addresses ADA violations in public and private spaces, focusing on complex accessibility cases that may result in settlements for retrofitting or policy changes.
Your Rights
- Non-Discrimination: The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protects against discrimination in employment, education, and public accommodations.
- Equal Employment Opportunity: Both federal and state laws require fair hiring practices and mandate reasonable workplace accommodations.
- Accessible Education: The ADA and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) provide rights to appropriate educational accommodations.
- Healthcare Access: The ADA provides for equal access to healthcare services.
- Housing Equality: The Fair Housing Act prohibits housing discrimination and requires reasonable accommodations.
- Public Accessibility: The ADA requires public spaces and transportation be accessible to individuals with disabilities.
Our team helps individuals with invisible disabilities, such as mental health, chronic pain, and neurological conditions, pursue compensation for denied accommodations or discriminatory treatment.
Lawyers' Role
Examples of how we can help:
- Securing Rights and Benefits: We help clients access disability benefits and healthcare, helping safeguard their financial and medical well-being.
- Equal Opportunities and Accessibility: We help remove barriers and fight for equal employment rights, promoting full participation in society and the workforce.
- Legal Reform and Policy Change: Through litigation and policy advocacy, we help drive societal and legal change, helping ensure laws protect and advance the rights of individuals with disabilities.
How We Can Help
Advocate for Equal Education Access
- Address violations of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
- Represent families in disputes over school accommodations.
Defend Your Rights in Legal Proceedings
- Litigate disability discrimination under the ADA and relevant state laws.
- Secure settlements in discrimination cases.
Enhance Healthcare Access and Benefits
- Appeal denials of essential healthcare services.
- Litigate healthcare discrimination in state and federal courts.
Combat Abusive Practices
- Represent victims of abuse and neglect in care facilities.
- Pursue civil compensation for mistreatment.
Support Disability Benefits Appeals
- Assist with appeals for denied SSDI and SSI claims.
- Advocate for fair benefits in administrative hearings.
Promote Fair Housing
- Litigate housing discrimination under federal and state laws.
- Advocate for accessible and fair housing practices.
Protect Against Workplace Discrimination
- Litigate cases of workplace discrimination and retaliation under the ADA and Chapter 151B.
- Advocate for reasonable accommodations and fair treatment.
Advance Public Accessibility
- Pursue ADA compliance in public spaces.
- Advocate for the retrofitting of non-compliant buildings.
Promote Digital Accessibility
- Promote ADA compliance for digital platforms.
- Represent clients facing discrimination in tech-driven public services.
Challenge Denials of Accessibility Modifications in Private Housing
- Represent clients denied reasonable modifications to private residences for disability-related needs.
- Advocate for compliance with fair housing laws and compensation for discriminatory practices.
Address Discrimination in Private Businesses and Public Accommodations
- Litigate cases where clients have been denied access or services by businesses due to their disability.
- Seek policy changes and compensation to enforce compliance with ADA standards.
Combat Unfair Practices in Disability Insurance Policies
- Advocate for clients facing unfair disability insurance practices, such as policy cancellations or unjust claim denials.
- Pursue legal remedies to enforce compliance with state and federal regulations.
