Thousands of lawsuits have been filed in the U.S. for violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act, but many business owners say they’re nothing more than a shakedown.
| CBS 60 Minutes
The Americans with Disabilities Act has helped improve the lives of tens of millions of people. It’s lessened discrimination against them and made everyday life more accessible. Because of the law, every business that serves the public — all 7 million of them in America — has to make sure disabled customers have equal access, and if businesses don’t comply, they can be sued without warning.