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Jack McElaneyMicroassist's Accessibility in the News is a widely read, free weekly newsletter curated by Jack McElaney. Newsletter sections include a compilation of accessibility articles and blogs, a list of accessibility conferences and training, accessibility job announcements, and a listing of accessibility resource pages.

Featured by Wall Street Journal, its sole purpose is to educate people interested or involved in accessibility related to the Americans with Disabilities Act Title I, II, or III, and Sections 504 and 508 of the U.S. Rehabilitation Act. It also covers numerous international topics from all over the world.

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A collage of sections from a August 2018 "Accessibility in the News" email newsletter issue show a plethora of accessibility-related items under National and International News, Conferences, Blogs, Jobs, Training, Announcements, Forums, and more.


Prioritizing Disability Rights Online, in Travel, and in Building Design

By Jack McElaney  |  August 4, 2017  |    |  1

Accessibility in the News—08/04/17Fullcover Last week’s federal regulatory announcement effectively put website accessibility rulemaking on hold. But while some bemoan a lack of guidance from the U.S. Department of Justice, groups such as EDUCause are pursuing meeting the digital needs of those with disabilities on a voluntary basis. Furthermore, many say the lack of federal action doesn’t throw out the business, litigation, or human rights justifications for making sites and mobile[…]

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Accessibility in the News — July 28, 2017

By Jack McElaney  |  July 28, 2017  |    |   

Accessibility in the News—07/28/17.. AITN Quote of the Week “Attacking people with disabilities is the lowest display of power I can think of.” —  Morgan Freeman National News (U.S.) Lawyers cash in on suits demanding ADA-compliant Web sites July 11, 2017  |  Source:   New York Post  |  Lawsuits/Litigation, ADA, Digital Accessibility, Web Design Retailers across the country are getting slammed for operating Web sites that discriminate against the blind or[…]

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Uber Accessibility Varies, Food Companies Get Sued for Inaccessible Websites…and Accessible Tech Tackles Laundry

By Jack McElaney  |  July 21, 2017  |    |  1

Accessibility in the News—7/21/17. Accessibility news varied widely this week, covering a talking laundry module built by a 14-year-old, a new, tactile £10 note from the Bank of England for the blind and visually impaired, and an attorney suspended for filing frivolous ADA lawsuits. But there were a few themes: Transportation, from autonomous vehicles to Uber, was one. The ride-sharing company faces a lawsuit in New York for not having enough[…]

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Accessible Design: Legal Actions Amplify Awareness of Need for Accessibility in both Physical and Online Environments

By Jack McElaney  |  July 14, 2017  |    |  1

Accessibility in the News—07/14/17. Legal actions and policy are amplifying the need for accessibility in digital and physical environments. Accessible design is enforced by the Americans with Disabilities Act and is important for anyone and everyone to understand because of the necessity for inclusion and disability rights. Some of this week’s top stories on legal action for accessible design include a website accessibility lawsuit in Miami being settled for closed captioning[…]

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Mobility Impairments Induce Transportation Companies to Enhance Access

By Jack McElaney  |  July 7, 2017  |    |  1

Accessibility in the News—07/07/17. In this week’s City & State New York interview, the Human Rights Commission’s Ted Finkelstein said, “The simple ability to get in and out of their building, to get in and out of their bedroom, their bathroom – it’s just a life-changing event for people.” That pretty much sums up several of the stories in this week’s issue, many of which focused on mobility impairments, aging,[…]

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Winn-Dixie Accessibility Lawsuit Has Retailers on High Alert

By Jack McElaney  |  July 3, 2017  |    |   

Editor’s note: This  June 30, 2017 edition of Accessibility in the News was originally published following the initial decision in the Gil v. Winn-Dixie case.  The case is back in the headlines following the decision of an appeal filed on behalf of Winn-Dixie.  For the latest news around the case, and other news on legal activity around the Americans with Disabilities Act, visit our Accessibility in the News, Legal Edition[…]

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Accessible Entertainment: Making Your Summer Activities Accessible to All

By Jack McElaney  |  June 23, 2017  |    |   

Accessibility in the News—6/23/17. Accessible entertainment is booming this summer, all the way from movie accessibility to a water park for those with special needs.  A couple structured their home and gardens for everyone’s enjoyment, including those who use wheelchairs and walkers. Golfing fans who have Lou Gehrig’s disease, or ALS, are welcomed with very intentional accommodations at the Travelers Championship. AITN Quote of the Week “When you have a disability, knowing that[…]

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Braille Innovation Across the World Could Change How Blind Users Access Information

By Jack McElaney  |  June 9, 2017  |    |   

Accessibility in the News—06/09/17. Innovation for users with disabilities is being recognized around the world, most recently at the ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) Innovation Showcase competition in India. The winner, BrailleMe, is a product for the visually impaired that makes digital information accessible in multiple tactile languages. Innovation has become extremely prominent in this day and age; not only is there innovation in manufacturing, electronic, and medical technologies, but[…]

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Disability Inclusion is Becoming Prominent Across All Age Groups

By Jack McElaney  |  June 2, 2017  |    |  1

Accessibility in the News—06/02/2017. Inclusion is a strong focus in today’s accessible world, all the way from gaming, to mapping applications. Striving to include individuals regardless of their disability is what many businesses and people have focused on in this week’s news stories: Some ways that companies are becoming more inclusive is by eliminating technology barriers. Social inclusion in elementary schools all the way to colleges is also giving our future generations the mentality and compassion[…]

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Gains in Inclusivity for People with Disabilities, Global Accessibility Awareness Day 2017

By Jack McElaney  |  May 26, 2017  |    |   

Accessibility in the News—May 26, 2017 From airlines and apps  to architecture and much more, this week’s news covers notable strides (including the “most accessible meeting ever“) that will ease or have eased many situations for people with disabilities. Some initiatives enable even those with profound disabilities to attend sporting events. Progress stems from greater awareness and inclusive initiatives across various sectors (education, tech, government, theater, gaming) and across U.S.-based and international communities. Global Accessibility Awareness Day, observed the[…]

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