CRC Disability Law 3

Question 1

Under the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA), which change was made to the definition of disability?

Accepted Answer

The term 'substantially limits' was broadened and mitigating measures are generally not considered

Answer

The ADAAA broadened 'substantially limits,' expanded major life activities, and clarified that mitigating measures (except ordinary glasses) are not considered.

Question 2

Which Supreme Court case held that the ADA's 'substantially limits' standard required a severe restriction of a major life activity?

Accepted Answer

Toyota Motor Manufacturing v. Williams

Answer

Toyota Motor Manufacturing v. Williams (2002) held that 'substantially limits' required a severe restriction, a standard later rejected by the ADAAA.

Question 3

Under the Fair Housing Act Amendments of 1988, which modification request by a tenant with a disability is the landlord generally required to allow?

Accepted Answer

Reasonable modifications at the tenant's expense in private housing

Answer

In private housing, the FHA requires landlords to allow reasonable modifications, but the tenant typically bears the cost.

Question 4

The Olmstead v. L.C. Supreme Court decision established that unjustified institutionalization of people with disabilities is:

Accepted Answer

Discrimination under Title II of the ADA

Answer

Olmstead held that unjustified segregation/institutionalization of persons with disabilities constitutes discrimination under Title II of the ADA.

Question 5

Which act provides legal protections for students with disabilities in higher education settings?

Accepted Answer

Section 504 and ADA Title II (public) or Title III (private)

Answer

Higher education is covered by Section 504 (if federally funded) and ADA Title II (public colleges) or Title III (private colleges).

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CRC Disability Law 3