The anatomy and myth of the ADA drive-by lawsuit

Wednesday, July 17, 2013

Description

Has the Americans with Disabilities Act is become a tool of scam artists and unethical attorneys who seek to line their pockets instead of eliminating discrimination? The truth, as usual, is considerably different than what is often represented by the media, anti-civil rights forces and a legitimately scared but reactionary business community. Attorney J. Aaron McCullough will review recent trends in ADA litigation that have been labeled as "drive-by" lawsuits across the nation including some of the media reports documenting these events This webinar will focus on the legal reality behind the lawsuits. Learning Objectives: Learning to distinguish ADA Title III cases from the typical "drive-by" lawsuit. Understanding how to enforce Title III rights through available remedies and avoid the label of "drive-by" lawsuits. A review of defenses against this type of "drive-by" lawsuit for the business community. A review of relevant recent case law

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Speakers

James McCullough, Attorney and Consultant