By John W. Egan
One common misconception about the design and construction requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is that historical landmarks are exempt. Another is that the ADA does not apply when an element is merely replaced. A recent decision by a New Hampshire federal court dispels both of these notions.
At issue in Davis v. John
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Contrary to popular belief, Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act does not apply exclusively to public accommodations (businesses that provide goods and services to the general public). Commercial facilities (privately-owned, non-residential facilities whose operations affect commerce but that do not serve customers or clients, such as factories, warehouses, or corporate office buildings) are also
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