ADA

Pa. courts system says it intends to ‘fully comply’ with ADA, following DOJ letter detailing violations

BY: - February 25, 2022

The DOJ letter followed a federal investigation that was sparked by three legal complaints - two in Jefferson County and one in Northumberland County - where complainants alleged that the courts required them to stop taking treatment medication for Opioid Use Disorder in order to graduate from drug court programs.

On anniversary of landmark case, DHS faces allegations it violated law protecting those with disabilities

BY: - August 4, 2020

The case alleges that the state agency violated the Olmstead decision after it placed Doxzon in a nursing facility, despite her desire to remain in the community.