California Supreme Court
May 7, 2009
State Justices to Examine Disability Damages
Small businesses are urging the California Supreme Court to reduce the amount of damages available for violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act, a move they say will cut down on greedy plaintiffs using the law for personal gain.
Daily Journal Staff Writer SAN FRANCISCO - Small businesses are urging the California Supreme Court to reduce the amount of damages available for violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act, a move they say will cut the number of greedy plaintiffs using the law for personal gain. But advocates for people with disabilities said the threat of substantial penalties is crucial in getting businesses to improve access. The j...
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