CRC Disability Law 5

Question 1

Which legal doctrine holds that disability-neutral policies that disproportionately exclude people with disabilities may constitute illegal discrimination?

Accepted Answer

Disparate impact theory

Answer

Disparate impact theory holds that facially neutral policies that disproportionately affect protected groups, including people with disabilities, can constitute unlawful discrimination.

Question 2

Under the Social Security Act, 'Trial Work Period' (TWP) allows SSDI beneficiaries to test their ability to work while:

Accepted Answer

Continuing to receive full SSDI benefits for up to 9 months within a 60-month period

Answer

During the Trial Work Period, SSDI beneficiaries can work for up to 9 months within a rolling 60-month period while receiving full benefits regardless of earnings.

Question 3

The ADA's 'regarded as' prong of the disability definition protects individuals who:

Accepted Answer

Are perceived by others as having a physical or mental impairment, regardless of actual limitation

Answer

The 'regarded as' prong protects individuals who are perceived by others as having an impairment, even if no actual limitation exists, protecting against discrimination based on stereotypes.

Question 4

Which federal law requires that architectural and communication barriers in newly constructed places of public accommodation be accessible to people with disabilities?

Accepted Answer

ADA Standards for Accessible Design under Title III

Answer

ADA Title III requires that new construction and alterations of places of public accommodation comply with ADA Standards for Accessible Design.

Question 5

In vocational rehabilitation, 'extended services' under supported employment are typically funded by:

Accepted Answer

Natural supports, Medicaid waiver, or other long-term funding sources after VR case closure

Answer

After VR case closure, extended services in supported employment are funded through natural supports, Medicaid waivers, or other long-term community funding sources.

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CRC Disability Law 5