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LAW-2647 Disability Law
Ms. Sunila Thomas George,
2 credits day; 2 credits evening.
As legal, technological, and medical advances make it possible for increasing numbers of people
with disabilities to participate in the workforce, the number of discrimination cases filed based
on disability and failure to provide a reasonable accommodation is also rising. This course will
provide an in-depth discussion of disability discrimination and accommodation rights under both
Massachusetts G.L c.151B and the federal Americans with Disabilities Act, Family Medical
Leave Act, and Olmstead Act, including numerous case studies. In addition, we will examine
disability discrimination in housing and places of public accommodation, including architectural
barriers. Grade will be based on classroom participation (20%) and exam (multiple choice and
essay) (80%).
Enrollment is limited: 20
Elective Course
May Fulfill Legal Writing Requirement
Final Exam Required
<<Course Updated: March 11, 2016>>