Organizations that support people living with disabilities are denouncing a Department of Justice (DOJ) notice that called the landmark Supreme Court Olmstead v. L.C. decision “unenforceable” — while also expressing concern over an erosion of inclusion-related rights. The DOJ published the notice in the Federal Register on July 20, saying it “is issuing this document…
Advocacy Organizations Decry DOJ Notice Calling Olmstead Decision ‘Not Enforceable’
Department of Justice Sues Uber for Discriminating Against Wheelchair Riders
The lawsuit alleges that Uber drivers refused to provide rides to passengers with disabilities.
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has sued Uber Technologies for discriminating against passengers with disabilities, including those who use wheelchairs or service animals. The DOJ announced on Sept. 11 that it was suing the ride-hailing company “under Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) for discriminating against passengers with disabilities, including blind…
DOJ Creates Task Force to Focus on Health-Care Monopolies, Collusion
The task force will respond to concerns voiced by patients, health-care professionals, and businesses.
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) antitrust division has announced the creation of a task force that will focus on health-care monopolies and collusion (HCMC). In a May 9 news announcement, the DOC said the HCMC “will guide the division’s enforcement strategy and policy approach in health care, including by facilitating policy advocacy, investigations and,…