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Healthcare
fromCbsnews
1 hour ago

Fighting for health care claim approvals

Insurance companies often delay or deny necessary medical treatments, causing significant emotional and physical distress for patients.
Health
fromAP News
3 hours ago

Hearing aids can seem like a big step. This NYC Ballet principal dancer doesn't regret taking it

Hearing aids can significantly benefit individuals, including performers like Sara Mearns, who experience hearing loss at any age.
Law
fromEngadget
1 day ago

IBM settles its DEI lawsuit with the DOJ for $17 million

IBM will pay over $17 million to settle DOJ accusations of violating civil rights laws with its DEI practices.
#transgender-rights
Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

Trans woman sues homeless shelter over alleged "threatening" harassment that made her ill - LGBTQ Nation

A transgender staffer is suing a Michigan homeless shelter for $25,000, alleging harassment and discrimination by colleagues and management's negligence.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
10 months ago

Trans man uses women's restroom to follow the law. Police detained him for it anyway. - LGBTQ Nation

A transgender man was assaulted and charged for using a women's restroom despite having an 'F' gender marker on his ID.
Education
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Trump administration ends some civil rights settlements backing trans students

The US education department terminated agreements with five school districts and a college regarding protections for transgender students.
Education
fromAdvocate.com
5 days ago

Trump administration undoes civil rights settlements that found discrimination against trans students

The Trump administration is reversing federal civil rights agreements protecting transgender students in schools, creating legal and financial challenges for districts.
Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

Trans woman sues homeless shelter over alleged "threatening" harassment that made her ill - LGBTQ Nation

A transgender staffer is suing a Michigan homeless shelter for $25,000, alleging harassment and discrimination by colleagues and management's negligence.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
10 months ago

Trans man uses women's restroom to follow the law. Police detained him for it anyway. - LGBTQ Nation

A transgender man was assaulted and charged for using a women's restroom despite having an 'F' gender marker on his ID.
Education
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Trump administration ends some civil rights settlements backing trans students

The US education department terminated agreements with five school districts and a college regarding protections for transgender students.
Education
fromAdvocate.com
5 days ago

Trump administration undoes civil rights settlements that found discrimination against trans students

The Trump administration is reversing federal civil rights agreements protecting transgender students in schools, creating legal and financial challenges for districts.
#accessibility
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
2 days ago

While AI is building the web faster than ever, accessibility can't be left behind

AI has accelerated marketing processes, but speed can compromise accessibility, impacting customer experience and conversion rates for people with disabilities.
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago
Higher education

These blind students say their college blocked their education. A new rule could help

fromBoston.com
5 days ago
Fundraising

How a blind man from Mass. made it possible for others with low vision to build Lego sets

Science
fromNature
2 months ago

My mission to make life more user friendly for the disability community

Josh Miele is a blind scientist and adaptive-technology inventor who uses lived experience, activism, and rule-breaking to advance accessibility and inclusive design.
UX design
fromUX Magazine
1 month ago

Championing Accessibility: a Path to Inclusive Design Leadership

Accessibility must be a core design value, not a compliance checkbox, to create inclusive digital experiences for all users regardless of ability.
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
2 days ago

While AI is building the web faster than ever, accessibility can't be left behind

AI has accelerated marketing processes, but speed can compromise accessibility, impacting customer experience and conversion rates for people with disabilities.
Higher education
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago

These blind students say their college blocked their education. A new rule could help

Blind students face significant challenges due to inaccessible learning materials in online education programs.
fromBoston.com
5 days ago
Fundraising

How a blind man from Mass. made it possible for others with low vision to build Lego sets

NYC real estate
fromNew York Daily News
2 weeks ago

New rental buildings in Brooklyn, Queens plagued with accessibility problems: lawsuit

Developers of new rental apartments in NYC face a lawsuit for failing to provide accessibility for wheelchair users.
fromPadailypost
2 days ago

Magical Bridge spurs lawsuit

The entrapment was so severe that emergency responders, including fire department personnel, had to use forcible methods including hatchets to pry the carousel components to free (Odette's) hand.
Portland
#lgbtq
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

Advocate newsletter 4/10/26

The Day of Silence raises awareness of LGBTQ+ harassment, facing renewed challenges from anti-trans legislation across the U.S.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

These hospitals caved to Trump & cut trans health care. Now a court is making them bring it back. - LGBTQ Nation

Children's hospitals in Minnesota are reinstating gender-affirming care for youth after a temporary pause due to federal funding threats.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

Advocate newsletter 4/10/26

The Day of Silence raises awareness of LGBTQ+ harassment, facing renewed challenges from anti-trans legislation across the U.S.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

These hospitals caved to Trump & cut trans health care. Now a court is making them bring it back. - LGBTQ Nation

Children's hospitals in Minnesota are reinstating gender-affirming care for youth after a temporary pause due to federal funding threats.
fromBloomberglaw
1 day ago

CNN Stuck With Suit Challenging Use of Online Tracking Tools

Lead plaintiff Anthony D'Antonio established he suffered a concrete injury sufficient to establish standing to sue in federal court, according to Judge Victor Marrero.
Privacy professionals
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Op-Ed | How to succeed in an AI world: Tips to navigate the new top priority for legislators nationwide | amNewYork

Lawmakers are rapidly introducing AI regulations, focusing on communication roles to effectively explain AI's impact and ensure trust and accountability.
Typography
fromEntrepreneur
2 days ago

'A Lot of Blind People Have Been Left Out': How This LEGO Superfan is Rewriting the Rules For Builders

Matthew Shifrin founded Bricks for the Blind to create accessible LEGO instructions, enabling blind users to build independently.
Online learning
fromeLearning Industry
2 days ago

Honoring Autism Acceptance Month 2026: Rethinking Soft Skills Training For Neurodiverse Employees

Soft skills training must be adapted to support neurodiverse employees, focusing on their unique strengths rather than traditional social norms.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
3 days ago

Promoting Civic Friendship: The Transformative Power of Public Spaces

The neighborhood in Lisbon faces challenges due to population growth, infrastructure strain, and a need for community-driven solutions like SAAL.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago

Thursday's Headlines: March (Parking) Madness Trophy Ceremony Edition - Streetsblog New York City

The 120th Precinct of Staten Island won the March Madness competition for being the most disrespectful to neighbors regarding parking.
#disability-rights
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Ministers unveil right to try' plan to help disabled people find work

The government allows disabled individuals to try work without losing benefits, but campaigners say more is needed to address workplace challenges.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Councillor fights guide dog access refusals

Disabled individuals face significant barriers, including refusal of entry to businesses with guide dogs, highlighting the need for greater awareness and compliance with laws.
Social justice
fromFortune
4 weeks ago

How Alfred the service dog changes the rights of Lyft riders nationwide | Fortune

Lyft settled a discrimination case by agreeing to enhanced driver training on disability rights, app updates, and enforcement mechanisms to ensure service animals and disabled passengers can use the platform nationwide.
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago
Social justice

Talking Headways Podcast: Ed Roberts, Curb Cuts and the Origins of the Disability Movement - Streetsblog USA

UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Ministers unveil right to try' plan to help disabled people find work

The government allows disabled individuals to try work without losing benefits, but campaigners say more is needed to address workplace challenges.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Councillor fights guide dog access refusals

Disabled individuals face significant barriers, including refusal of entry to businesses with guide dogs, highlighting the need for greater awareness and compliance with laws.
Social justice
fromFortune
4 weeks ago

How Alfred the service dog changes the rights of Lyft riders nationwide | Fortune

Lyft settled a discrimination case by agreeing to enhanced driver training on disability rights, app updates, and enforcement mechanisms to ensure service animals and disabled passengers can use the platform nationwide.
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago
Social justice

Talking Headways Podcast: Ed Roberts, Curb Cuts and the Origins of the Disability Movement - Streetsblog USA

LA real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 days ago

California steps up reform to join the single-stair bandwagon

California proposes legislation to allow mid-rise apartment buildings with a single staircase to increase housing supply and affordability.
#curb-management
fromCurbed
3 days ago
New York City

Meet the Office of Curb Management

The newly created Office of Curb Management aims to improve safety and manage competing demands on New York's curbs.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Mamdani announces new Office of Curb Management | amNewYork

A new Office of Curb Management aims to optimize NYC's streets and curbside parking for diverse public uses.
New York City
fromCurbed
3 days ago

Meet the Office of Curb Management

The newly created Office of Curb Management aims to improve safety and manage competing demands on New York's curbs.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Mamdani announces new Office of Curb Management | amNewYork

A new Office of Curb Management aims to optimize NYC's streets and curbside parking for diverse public uses.
Washington DC
fromStreetsblog USA
5 days ago

How To Push A Livable Streets Project Forward - Even in the Era of Federal Clawbacks - Streetsblog USA

Christopher Coes is leading AmericaFWD to advance sustainable transportation projects in U.S. communities, especially those affected by funding cuts.
Alternative transportation
fromQNS
5 days ago

Report: Ride share services continue to fail disabled riders in NYC despite record profits - QNS

Ride share services like Uber and Lyft are failing to adequately serve disabled riders despite significant profits.
Travel
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 days ago

Traveling Without Sight: How Blind and Visually Impaired Explorers Navigate the World

Traveling for blind individuals involves unique sensory experiences, emphasizing touch, sound, and memory rather than visual elements.
Public health
fromStreetsblog USA
6 days ago

The Financial Costs of the Pedestrian Death Crisis Are Still Stratospheric - Streetsblog USA

Pedestrian deaths cost the U.S. economy over $40 billion in the first half of 2025, despite a decrease in fatalities.
UX design
fromMedium
5 days ago

Careful, liable UX is a thing now

Design decisions that manipulate users are being recognized as deceptive practices with significant real-life consequences.
Healthcare
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Is Your Audiologist Providing Person-Centered Care?

Person-centered care in hearing health prioritizes individual experiences and challenges, improving outcomes and communication.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.10.26 - Above the Law

A Texas judge ordered a lawyer to court for criticizing the judge's behavior, prompting a response from fellow lawyers.
Social justice
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Legal Aid Society sues DHS, ICE for racial profiling and unlawful arrests | amNewYork

A class action lawsuit was filed against federal agencies for unlawful racial profiling and detaining Latino individuals based on their appearance or language.
Intellectual property law
fromComputerworld
3 days ago

US court refuses to stay Pentagon's 'supply-chain risk' blacklisting of Anthropic

The federal appeals court upheld the Pentagon's supply-chain risk designation against Anthropic, conflicting with a California court's earlier decision.
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Brooklyn, Queens apartment developers broke disability access laws when building, suit claims | amNewYork

How buildings are designed impacts people's lives every day. If every day you're living in a space where you can't use your home, that gnaws away at you.
NYC real estate
Artificial intelligence
fromThe Nation
4 days ago

We All Hate AI, but if You're Poor, It Can Really Ruin Your Life

Luxury brands are emphasizing human artistry over AI to maintain exclusivity and appeal to consumers' desire for authenticity.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Op-Ed | It's time to modernize SEQRA to ensure responsible development

Vacant office spaces in Midtown could be transformed into thousands of apartments, addressing housing shortages and environmental concerns.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
4 days ago

Wednesday's Headlines: You Had One Job Edition - Streetsblog New York City

The new delivery worker hub lacks essential facilities like a toilet, highlighting neglect of workers' needs in late-stage capitalism.
UX design
fromMedium
5 days ago

Beyond the user: why design needs to widen its circle

Human-centered design must evolve to consider ecological impacts alongside user comfort and needs.
SF politics
fromStreetsblog USA
1 week ago

Transit Safety For the People, By the People - Streetsblog USA

The RIDER Safety Act proposes hiring transit ambassadors to enhance safety in public transit without police involvement.
Online learning
fromeLearning
2 weeks ago

Audio Descriptions & Closed Captions in Adobe Captivate: A Step-by-Step Accessibility Guide - eLearning

Accessibility features like closed captions and audio descriptions are essential for inclusive eLearning courses.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.09.26 - Above the Law

Anthropic's request for a stay regarding autonomous weapons was denied, indicating challenges in the legal arguments presented.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

Teacher sues school that forced him to remove LGBTQ+-inclusive flag: "The Constitution demands more" - LGBTQ Nation

A teacher is suing a school district for violating his First Amendment rights by forcing him to remove an anti-hate flag from his classroom.
Higher education
fromAbove the Law
6 days ago

Keeping Law School Accessible When Federal Loans Fall Short - Above the Law

New federal regulations are limiting graduate student borrowing, shifting reliance from federal loans to private loans, which are harder to navigate.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

On-Demand Webinar: The Path To AI Maturity In The Legal Industry - Above the Law

Artificial intelligence is essential for legal professionals, requiring a strategic approach to transition from experimentation to full business transformation.
Intellectual property law
fromPatently-O
4 days ago

Moving Target: When Amended Claims Outrun Your Standing Declaration

Federal Circuit's standing requirements create challenges for patent challengers seeking appellate review after PTAB proceedings.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

The Decision to Disclose a Hidden Disability at Work

Job seekers with invisible disabilities often hide their conditions due to discrimination fears, missing opportunities for workplace accommodations that could improve their performance and comfort.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

What Does Competence Mean When Litigation Happens In Real Time? - Above the Law

Competence in law is evolving as technology changes the speed and precision of decision-making in litigation.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
3 weeks ago

Meet the Woman Who Made Museums More Accessible

Lorena Bradford, the National Gallery of Art's first head of Accessible Programs, transformed museum accessibility by creating intentional programs for disabled visitors, including ASL tours, memory loss programs, and medical student training initiatives.
Washington DC
fromNextgov.com
3 weeks ago

Governments' website accessibility deadline is fast approaching

Government websites with populations of 50,000+ must comply with federal disability accessibility standards by April 30, following Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Social justice
fromThe Nation
2 weeks ago

The Overlooked Crisis Facing Immigrants With Disabilites

Gregory Javier Laguna and his brother have been detained for almost five months after being wrongfully accused of attempted theft.
Law
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.07.26 - Above the Law

The new US News law school rankings have been released and are notably controversial.
Media industry
AI search engines and caption generation tools exhibit error rates exceeding 60%, creating accessibility barriers for users dependent on accurate captions for information access and professional opportunities.
Law
fromAbove the Law
6 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.06.26 - Above the Law

Right-wing legal academics are attempting to justify the Supreme Court's actions without accountability.
Careers
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Disability in the Workforce: Untapped Potential

Implicit biases unconsciously influence hiring and workplace decisions against people with disabilities, contributing to their unemployment rate being nearly double that of non-disabled individuals.
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

New MTA Accessibility Advisory Panel Guidelines Bar Members from ADA Lawsuits - Streetsblog New York City

The new guidelines released in February suggest that any member of the Advisory Committee for Transit Accessibility "employed by, or affiliated with, an organization that has filed a legal action against the MTA or its subsidiaries and affiliates" can be removed if the MTA determines that affiliation constitutes a conflict of interest.
US news
fromShore News Network - The Latest Breaking, Viral and Trending News
1 week ago

Federal judge allows parts of discrimination lawsuit against NYC agency to proceed

The lawsuit was filed by Deshanae L. Brown, who alleges she was subjected to discrimination based on her race, sex, and disability, citing violations of federal and state laws including Title VII, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Law
Remote teams
fromHR Brew
1 month ago

EEOC publishes guidance on using social media in reasonable accommodation process

The EEOC permits federal agencies to review social media evidence when evaluating telework accommodations, but employers must rely primarily on medical documentation and interactive processes rather than social media as definitive proof.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

The Price Of Justice And The Promise Of AI - Above the Law

Rising legal service costs and declining access-to-justice funding widen the gap for those needing legal protections, with AI presenting potential solutions.
Miscellaneous
fromMedium
1 month ago

Accessibility testing takes more than a scan

Automated accessibility scanners catch only 40% of issues and cannot evaluate user experience quality, requiring manual and experiential testing for comprehensive accessibility evaluation.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Flats for the blind could be sold to developer

When I moved in here it truly was my last resort. Since living here I feel like I have the same independent life that my friends have and I just don't want to lose that. The guide dog run is probably the most important thing for me. It's a safe and confined area where I feel comfortable taking my dog out, especially at night.
London politics
Design
fromFast Company
1 month ago

The biggest barrier to accessibility is not usability

Accessible product adoption fails primarily due to shame and stigma rather than functional deficiencies; successful design requires dignity and emotional appeal alongside technical functionality.
New York City
fromPlanetizen
1 month ago

90% of NYC Intersections Lack Audible Crossing Signals for Blind Pedestrians

New York City and other urban areas lack standardized, well-maintained accessibility infrastructure for visually impaired residents, creating safety hazards despite some progress toward ADA compliance.
#wcag
fromHarvard Business Review
2 months ago

How Designing with Disability in Mind Sparks Innovation

In 2003, when plumbing fixtures industry veteran Rob Buete first encountered the "walk-in tub" made by a startup called Safety Tub, he burst out laughing. A bathtub with a door? It seemed like a joke, or at best a clunky contraption for frail seniors who couldn't step over a regular tub. Kinya Seto is the CEO of LIXIL, the global manufacturer of pioneering water and housing products, including brands such as GROHE, American Standard, INAX, and Tostem.
Marketing
Remodel
fromSocial Media Explorer
2 months ago

The 10-Point Home Accessibility Audit - Social Media Explorer

Prioritize accessibility in home design through safety audits, focusing on bathroom safety, accessible thresholds, improved lighting, and lever-style hardware to support aging in place.
Web development
fromThe Drum
1 month ago

4 ways all agencies can benefit from using AI-powered web accessibility solutions

AI-powered web accessibility enables agencies to offer inclusive, higher-performing websites efficiently, expand services, improve reputation, and reach one in four Americans with disabilities.
fromArchDaily
2 months ago

Designing Streets Through the Lens of Care

Jane Jacobs was also one of the voices that challenged this predominantly rationalist logic, arguing that truly vibrant streets are those capable of sustaining the diversity of everyday life, its informal exchanges, and the forms of care and natural surveillance that emerge from them. What these authors share is a fundamental insight: streets are not merely infrastructures for circulation, but social ecosystems, shaped by the relationships, uses, and encounters that take place within them.
Design
Artificial intelligence
fromLast-child
3 months ago

Building the Brain of Your Accessibility AI

Accessibility AI must be grounded in curated, organization-specific knowledge that aligns with standards and trust to provide consistent, risk-aware guidance.
UX design
fromSmashing Magazine
3 months ago

How To Design For (And With) Deaf People - Smashing Magazine

Design interfaces for the full spectrum of hearing loss by providing captions, visual alerts, transcripts, adjustable audio, and non-audio alternatives as defaults.
Law
fromwww.hrdive.com
1 month ago

EEOC warns agencies against blanket approach' to telework denial

Agencies must evaluate telework accommodations for federal employees with disabilities individually and cannot blanket-deny recurring or full‑time telework.
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