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Avoiding ADA Public Accommodation Lawsuits For The Holidays

October 10, 2016

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Anticipating the approaching retail sales season, a post from Perkins Coie looked at the prospects for American with Disabilities Act Title III lawsuits and how to head them off. ADA Title III address the accessibility of “places of public accommodation,” and it’s now clear that term can refer to virtual as well as physical spaces. The authors look at a number of issues for retailers to review, including accessibility of point-of-sale devices and websites, as well as physical spaces, and the overriding issue of insurance. They recommend examining existing policies carefully to see of they include ADA-related exclusions. These exclusions are increasingly common, but companies should be aware that “there are still strong coverage options available for little or no additional premiums if negotiated.”

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