In late March, DLU staff attended several disability law conferences in Baltimore at the National Federation of the Blind. Staff were busy attending sessions on topics such as how best to support deaf clients in negotiating settlement agreements, strategic decision-making…
DLU Submits Public Comment: New Immigration Rule
We’re speaking out about a new immigration rule that could make it much harder for people with disabilities to appeal their cases. Disability Law United submitted the following public comment raising serious concerns about an immigration rule that would speed up…
Staying Safe While Traveling – ICE in Airports
With increased ICE presence reported in airports, it’s important to stay informed and prepared—especially for people with disabilities who may face additional barriers during travel. Here are key tips to help protect yourself and your loved ones.
In the News: Disability Law United Featured in Disability Justice Project: A ‘Direct Threat’ to Democracy
DLU was featured in a March 23rd Disability Justice Project article by Niamh Ní Hoireabhaird. In “A ‘Direct Threat’ to Democracy,” Laura Murchie, DLU’s immigration attorney, states, “The immigration system has always been ableist,” says Murchie, acknowledging that the current…
In the News: Disabled Organizers Are Facing Down Trump’s Immigration Crackdown
On March 25th, Truthout covered how disabled organizers are challenging Trump’s immigration crackdown. Laura Murchie, a staff attorney focused on immigration law at Disability Law United, told Truthout that even if a person is not disabled when agents arrest them, many will develop…
New Orleans Releases Emergency Plans in Response to DLU Lawsuit
For media inquiries, please contact: Kate Thorstad, DLU Staff Attorney at (303) 532-2471, kthorstad@disabilitylawunited.org. Earlier this month the City of New Orleans released emergency operations plans as a result of our July lawsuit against them for failing to comply with…
Quick Guide for Protesting While Disabled
There are many ways to show up at an action. Oftentimes, direct action culture centers certain bodies, abilities, and ways of showing up. But there are many ways to show up for an action or a movement! What ways are…
DLU Sues New Orleans for Concealing Emergency Plans
For media inquiries, please contact: Kate Thorstad, DLU Staff Attorney (303) 532-2471, kthorstad@disabilitylawunited.org. On July 17, 2024, DLU filed a lawsuit against the City of New Orleans for concealing its emergency operations plans from the public. We are asking the…
DLU files a lawsuit against the City of New Orleans for concealing its emergency operations plans from the public.
The Tennessean: Deaf prisoners in TN lacked interpreters, videophones in violation of ADA, judge rules
Deaf prisoners in TN lacked interpreters, videophones in violation of ADA, judge rules Evan Mealins July 11, 2024 A federal judge this week ruled that Tennessee prisons violated the Americans with Disabilities Act and an anti-discrimination law by failing to…