Who Is Covered By The Americans With Disabilities Act?
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) applies to disabled individuals in employment. The ADA applies to private employers, state and local governments, employment agencies and labor unions. The Act broadly defines a disability as a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities. The definition also includes anyone who has a record of such a disability or is regarded as having such a disability.
Other Disability Law FAQs
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What Does The Rehabilitation Act Of 1973 Govern?
A: The stated purpose of the Rehabilitation Act is to endorse economic independence of handicapped persons. This is done through the employment of people with … More -
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What Does The Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Apply To?
A: The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination against qualified disabled individuals in all employment practices including job application … More -
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Who Does The Rehabilitation Act Of 1973 Cover?
A: The Rehabilitation Act covers handicapped persons in the federal government, federal government programs or an employer who contracts or subcontracts with the federal … More
