Tag:accessibility
Legislature
Social Media Blocking, Ranked-Choice Voting Bills Introduced
A bill introduced would allow state elected officials to block people on social media at the official's discretion.
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Courts
SCOTUS Agrees to Hear ADA ‘Tester’ Standing Appeal
The case asks the court to resolve a circuit split stemming from a serial plaintiff who considers herself an ADA “tester.”
Briefs
DOJ Settles with Kroger on Accessibility Violations for COVID-19 Vaccine Website
The DOJ announced a settlement agreement with Kroger that’ll help people with disabilities get information about COVID-19 vaccines and book appointments online.
Courts
Court Opinions: Colorado Court of Appeals Opinions for Jan. 6
The Colorado Court of Appeals issued its opinions on nine cases including People v. Joshua Alan Strickler and People v. Shane Johnson.
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News
Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Adopts New Plan to Effectively Communicate with Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Individuals
After an investigation from the U.S. Attorney’s Office, the Jeffco Sheriff’s Office adopted new policies to address ADA compliance.
History
The History of Plain Language in Colorado Law
Plain language efforts date back to a 1990s movement to eliminate “legalese” and bring lawyers and their clients closer together.