ADA Compliance Expert Witness
ADA Expert Witness and Testimony
Many businesses come to ADA Access Consultants for legal help with an ADA lawsuit. By working with a CASp, businesses can avoid costly legal disputes and ensure that their facilities are accessible to all customers, including those with disabilities. You can hire us for ADA expert testimony for your case.
Often, businesses are being sued for simple infractions to ADA compliance. ADA lawsuits can happen to anyone including property owners, managers, and public businesses.
If you are facing an ADA lawsuit it is important you schedule an inspection with a certified access specialist (CASp) or ADA inspector.
ADA lawsuit? You May Need a CASp.
No matter the status of your property, its a good idea to get an ADA inspection. If you are facing an ADA lawsuit, your legal council will always recommend a CASp inspection. CASp or ADA inspections protect you or your property from lawsuits or legal issues. Iff taken to trial, an expert witness for ADA may be useful. If a business is proactive in making necessary repairs after a CASp inspection they are granted certain legal protections like “qualified defendant” status.
Qualified defendant
The term “qualified defendant” refers to a person or entity that has taken proactive steps to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessibility standards in relation to their property. In California, this usually includes hiring a Certified Access Specialist (CASp) to perform an inspection and make recommendations for bringing the property into compliance with the ADA.
CASP INSPECTION OR ADA Consultation:
How to Prevent ADA Lawsuits
ADA lawsuits are a very common occurrence and are increasing in the United States year after year. ADA lawsuits can be detrimental to a businesses operations with expected lawyer fees, settlement expenses, and access issues. If you need an expert ADA witness, please reach out!
Some lawyers work specifically in filing ADA lawsuits and can determine a properties ADA compliance in an instant. ADA laws are very detailed and encompass every aspect of the property. Most all properties in the United States are out of compliance. Simple infractions are very common including:
- Steep ramp slopes
- Strong force required to operate entrance doors
- Unavailable wheelchair access
- Incorrectly painted parking lines
- Dimensions of public amenities
Assuming you or your property is compliant with ADA laws is very dangerous. Without a property inspection from a Certified Access Specialist (CASp) or ADA inspector you are open to legal issues. ADA lawsuits can be tricky and CASp inspections can help you reach protected legal status, or just help as an ADA expert witness.
