Americans with Disabilities Act, 42 U.S.C. § 12101, et seq. – This Act prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals with a disability.

The Act has five Sections.

1. Title I -- Employment.

2. Title II -- Public Services (including transportation).

3. Title III -- Public accommodation and services provided by private entities.

4. Title IV -- Telecommunications.

5. Title V -- Miscellaneous.

Definitions

An "individual with a disability" is defined as a person who:

1. Has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more of his or her major life activities;

2. Has a record of such impairment; or

3. Is regarded as having such an impairment.

A "qualified individual with a disability" is an individual with a disability who, with or without a reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the job in question.

Accommodations

Employer must provide accommodation unless it poses "undue hardship."

Examples of accommodations:

1. Job restructuring;

2. Part-time or modified schedules;

3. Reassignment to a vacant position;

4. Acquisition or modification of equipment; devices; and

5. Provision of qualified readers or interpreters.

   Application

   ADA applies to:

   • Application procedures;
   • Hiring;
   • Advancement or discharge;
   • Training;
   • Compensation, etc.