Disability Rights and Technology

Covid-19 has accelerated the Internet taking over all of our lives. That has led to a lot of discussion with respect to accessibility of the Internet for persons with disabilities as well as return to work issues now that many employers are insisting on coming back to the office. Another issue that had joined the frequent discussion is the use of AI. On April, 25th, DOJ, FTC, EEOC, and the CFPB issued a joint statement that they will aggressively look at AI (artificial intelligence), with respect to whether it promotes discrimination. The EEOC has already issued a guidance on using AI for discriminatory purposes. This course will talk about all of these issues.

Learning Objectives:

1. Review the significance of the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) and its impact on technology

2. Identify the ADA issues with respect to persons with disabilities and return to work mandates

3. Analyze what it means to be ADA compliant with respect to technology

4. Discuss why it is so difficult to determine just who has standing to pursue Internet accessibility claims

5. Break down DOJ and EEOC guidances on AI

6. Summarize best compliance practices and how to prevent successful lawsuits