Today, the Supreme Court is hearing oral arguments in Acheson Hotels LLC v. Laufer, a case that could have major implications for the rights of disabled individuals. Deborah Laufer, a disabled Florida resident, filed a lawsuit against Acheson Hotels LLC in 2020 for failing to provide sufficient accessibility information on their website or reservation system. The Supreme Court is now considering whether a disability rights campaigner can sue hotels for failing to disclose accessibility information if she doesn't plan to actually book a room.
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The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case involving Deborah Laufer, a disability rights campaigner who has filed hundreds of federal lawsuits against hotels for failing to disclose accessibility information on their websites. The case centers around Acheson Hotels, which argues that Laufer does not have legal standing to bring the cases under the Americans with Disabilities Act. The outcome of this case could have a major impact on disability rights and the ability of disabled activists to hold hotels accountable for failing to disclose accessibility information.
Judy Heumann, a renowned disability rights leader and activist, passed away on Saturday at the age of 75. She was known for her instrumental work in pushing for historic legislation, including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Rehabilitation Act. Heumann was a vocal advocate for the rights of disabled people and was a recipient of numerous awards and honors, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2020. Her legacy will live on in the lives of disabled people who have benefited from her tireless advocacy and activism.