ADA Accommodations in Court: What Disabled Defendants Are Entitled To — And What Happens When They Don’t Get Them

The concept of “due process” for disabled defendants transcends mere legal representation; it hinges on their ability to participate in proceedings. Accommodations are vital and not optional, as demonstrated in Marc Fishman’s case, where systemic barriers jeopardized his fair trial. A just system requires proactive access measures, not mere sympathy. Continue reading ADA Accommodations in Court: What Disabled Defendants Are Entitled To — And What Happens When They Don’t Get Them

July 26, 2023 ADA Letter

Dear Heather Davis, court of appeals ada liasion and Chief court of appeals judge Wilson: Am writing on behalf of the 5 million New Yorkers with a qualified severe disability seeking a reasonable ada accommodation that the full court of appeals consider my leave application for my disability discrimination appeal in 6293/2018. As a severely disabled New Yorker with 8 implants, including two Neurostimulators, I … Continue reading July 26, 2023 ADA Letter