Legal Council for Health Justice uses the power of the law to secure dignity, opportunity, and well-being for people facing barriers due to illness or disability. Legal Council for Health Justice serves many demographics, including individuals living with HIV/AIDS, children and families with disabilities and chronic illness, senior citizens, and homeless individuals with dual diagnosis.
Legal Council for Health Justice
17 N. State St., Suite 900
Chicago, IL 60602
Voice: (312) 427-8990
TTY: (312) 327-1983
(866) 506-3038
Fax: (312) 427-8419
Email: info@legalcouncil.orgWebsite:
https://legalcouncil.org
https://legalcouncil.org
The Commission's mission is "to promote the ABA's commitment to justice and the rule of law for persons with mental, physical, and sensory disabilities and to promote their full and equal participation in the legal profession."
American Bar Association
1050 Connecticut Ave. N.W.
Suite 400
Washington, D.C. 20036
Voice: (202) 662-1000
(202) 662-1570
Fax: (202) 442-3439
Email: cmpdl@abanet.orgWebsite:
https://www.americanbar.org/groups/diversity/disabilityrights/
https://www.americanbar.org/groups/diversity/disabilityrights/
The mission of the Judge David L. Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law is to protect and advance the rights of adults and children who have mental disabilities. The Center envisions an America where people who have mental illnesses or developmental disabilities exercise their own life choices and have access to the resources that enable them to participate fully in their communities.
Judge David L. Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law
1090 Vermont Avenue, NW, Suite 220
Washington, DC 20005
Voice: (202) 467-5730
Fax: (202) 223-0409
Email: communications@bazelon.orgWebsite:
http://www.bazelon.org
http://www.bazelon.org
The Department of Human Rights administers the Illinois Human Rights Act, which prohibits discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (with regard to employment), familial status (with regard to real estate transactions), age, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status, unfavorable military discharge, and sexual orientation.
Marion State Regional Office Building
2309 W. Main Street, Suite 112
Marion, IL 62959
Voice: (618) 993-7463
Fax: (618) 993-7464Website:
http://www.illinois.gov/dhr/Pages/default.aspx
http://www.illinois.gov/dhr/Pages/default.aspx
The Department of Human Rights administers the Illinois Human Rights Act, which prohibits discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (with regard to employment), familial status (with regard to real estate transactions), age, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status, unfavorable military discharge, and sexual orientation.
535 West Jefferson 1st Floor
Intake Unit
Springfield, IL 62702
Voice: (217) 785-5100
TTY: (866) 740-3953
Fax: (217) 785-5106Website:
http://www.illinois.gov/dhr/Pages/default.aspx
http://www.illinois.gov/dhr/Pages/default.aspx
The Indiana Civil Rights Commission enforces the Indiana civil rights laws and provides quality education and services to the public in an effort to ensure equal opportunity for all Hoosiers and visitors to the State of Indiana.
100 North Senate Avenue
Indiana Government Center North,
Room N300
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Voice: (317) 232-2600
Toll free: (800) 628-2909
TTY: Toll free: (800) 743-3333
Fax: (317) 232-6580Website:
http://www.in.gov/icrc/index.htm
http://www.in.gov/icrc/index.htm
Mission Description: The Minnesota Department of Human Rights (MDHR) envisions a world where everyone can lead full lives, rich with dignity and joy. MDHR protects the civil rights of all Minnesotans through the Minnesota Human Rights Act to ensure everyone can live free from discrimination.
Griggs Midway Building 540 Fairview Avenue North
Suite 201
Saint Paul MN 55104
Voice: (651) 539-1100
TTY: 711 or (800) 627-3529
Fax: (651)296-9042
Email: info.mdhr@state.mn.usWebsite:
http://mn.gov/mdhr/
http://mn.gov/mdhr/
The primary function of The Ohio Civil Rights Commission is to enforce state laws against discrimination. OCRC receives and investigates charges of discrimination in employment, public accommodations, housing, credit and higher education on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, ancestry or familial status.
Mid-Pointe Towers
7162 Reading Road, Suite 1005
Cincinnati, OH 45237
Voice: (513) 351-2541
TTY: (614) 752-2391
Fax: (513) 351-2616Website:
http://crc.ohio.gov/
http://crc.ohio.gov/
The primary function of The Ohio Civil Rights Commission is to enforce state laws against discrimination. OCRC receives and investigates charges of discrimination in employment, public accommodations, housing, credit and higher education on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, ancestry or familial status.
Point West III
3055 Kettering Blvd, Suite 111
Dayton, OH 45439
Voice: Toll free: (888) 278-7101
(937) 285-6500
TTY: (614) 752-2391
Fax: (937) 285-6606Website:
http://crc.ohio.gov/
http://crc.ohio.gov/
The primary function of The Ohio Civil Rights Commission is to enforce state laws against discrimination. OCRC receives and investigates charges of discrimination in employment, public accommodations, housing, credit and higher education on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, ancestry or familial status.
Rhodes State Office Tower,
30 E. Broad Street, 4th floor
Columbus, Ohio 43215-3414
Voice: (614) 466-2785
TTY: (614) 753-2391
Fax: (614) 644-8776Website:
http://crc.ohio.gov/
http://crc.ohio.gov/
The primary function of The Ohio Civil Rights Commission is to enforce state laws against discrimination. OCRC receives and investigates charges of discrimination in employment, public accommodations, housing, credit and higher education on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, ancestry or familial status.
Rhodes State Office Tower,
30 E. Broad Street, 5th floor
Columbus, Ohio 43215
Voice: Toll free: (888) 278-7101
(614) 466-2785
Fax: (614) 644-8776Website:
http://crc.ohio.gov/
http://crc.ohio.gov/
The primary function of The Ohio Civil Rights Commission is to enforce state laws against discrimination. OCRC receives and investigates charges of discrimination in employment, public accommodations, housing, credit and higher education on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, ancestry or familial status.
Lausche State Office Building
615 W. Superior Avenue, Suite 885
Cleveland, Ohio 44113-1897
Voice: Toll free: (888) 278-7101
(216) 787-3150
TTY: (614) 752-2391
Fax: (216) 787-4121Website:
http://crc.ohio.gov/
http://crc.ohio.gov/
The primary function of The Ohio Civil Rights Commission is to enforce state laws against discrimination. OCRC receives and investigates charges of discrimination in employment, public accommodations, housing, credit and higher education on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, ancestry or familial status.
Akron Government Center
161 S. High Street, Suite 205
Akron Ohio 44308-1602
Voice: (330) 643-3100
TTY: (614) 752-239
Fax: (330) 643-3120Website:
http://crc.ohio.gov/
http://crc.ohio.gov/
The primary function of The Ohio Civil Rights Commission is to enforce state laws against discrimination. OCRC receives and investigates charges of discrimination in employment, public accommodations, housing, credit and higher education on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, ancestry or familial status.
One Government Center
640 Jackson Street, Suite 936
Toledo, OH 43604
Voice: (888) 278-7101
(419) 245-2900
TTY: (614) 752-2391
Fax: (419) 245-2668Website:
http://crc.ohio.gov/
http://crc.ohio.gov/
The Department of Human Rights administers the Illinois Human Rights Act, which prohibits discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (with regard to employment), familial status (with regard to real estate transactions), age, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status, unfavorable military discharge, and sexual orientation.
James R. Thompson Center
100 West Randolph Street,
Suite 10-100
Chicago, Illinois 60601
Voice: (312) 814-6200
TTY: (217) 785-5125Website:
http://www.illinois.gov/dhr/Pages/default.aspx
http://www.illinois.gov/dhr/Pages/default.aspx
The Client Assistance Program (CAP) helps people with disabilities receive quality services by advocating for their interests and helping them identify resources, understand procedures, resolve problems, and protect their rights in the rehabilitation process, employment, and home services. Individuals with a disability who want to receive or are receiving Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) services are eligible for CAP assistance. CAP can help people obtain answers to questions and resolve issues with VR services, the Home Services Program, Centers for Independent Living, or community rehabilitation programs and workshops. CAP can also provide some guidance and advice on employment issues under the Americans with Disabilities Act, Title I
100 S Grand Ave East
Basement
PO BOX 19429
Springfield, IL 62794-9429
Voice: (800) 641-3929
TTY: (888) 460-5111
Email: dhs.cap@illinois.govWebsite:
http://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=37637
http://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=37637
The Client Assistance Program (CAP) is established under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (as amended) and is administered by the Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection. CAP is not attached to the same department (Department of Workforce Development) as the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR). CAP can: provide information and assistance to individuals who have a dispute with DVR; tell you if your complaint can be resolved without an appeal; assist you to negotiate or mediate an end to the dispute; if you wish to handle an appeal yourself, CAP can tell you how the appeal process works and what you need to do; advise you on how to word your appeal request whether you are doing the appeal yourself or with CAP's help; represent you in an appeal if their review of the case shows that your complaint has merit. If you want CAP to represent you, you should contact CAP before you file for an appeal.
Director: Deb Henderson Guenther
Client Assistance Program (CAP)
2811 Agriculture Drive
P.O. Box 8911
Madison, WI 53708-8911
Voice: Toll free: (800) 362-1290
TTY: (V/TTY) (608) 224-5071
Fax: (608) 224-5069
Email: Deb.HendersonGuenther@wisconsin.govWebsite:
https://datcp.wi.gov/Pages/Programs_Services/ClientAssistanceProgram.aspx
https://datcp.wi.gov/Pages/Programs_Services/ClientAssistanceProgram.aspx
The Disability Law Index contains federal statutes and regulations organized by subject and includes court case opinions and legal articles that help interpret federal disability-related laws.
This index is regularly updated; however, it is not an exhaustive resource. While the information provided through the index can inform readers, it is not intended to replace the need for legal counsel. Some opinions expressed in the court cases are only binding in particular areas of the country.
The Disability Law Index is produced by a grant (90DP0022-02-01) from the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research. NIDILRR is a Center within the Administration for Community Living (ACL), Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The contents of this index do not necessarily represent the policy of NIDILRR, ACL, HHS, and you should not assume endorsement by the Federal Government.
Southwest ADA Center
TIRR Memorial Hermann - ILRU
1333 Moursund
Houston, TX 77030
Voice: (713) 520-0232
Toll free: (800) 949-4232
TTY: (713) 797-7171
Fax: (713) 520-5785
Email: swdbtac@ilru.orgWebsite:
http://www.southwestada.org/html/topical/
http://www.southwestada.org/html/topical/
The Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund, founded in 1979, is a leading national civil rights law and policy center directed by individuals with disabilities and parents who have children with disabilities. The mission of the Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund is to advance the civil and human rights of people with disabilities through legal advocacy, training, education, and public policy and legislative development. The vision of the Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund is a just world where all people, with and without disabilities, live full and independent lives free of discrimination.
Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund
3075 Adeline Street, Suite 210
Berkeley, CA 94703
Voice: (510) 644-2555
TTY: (800) 348-4232
(510) 644-2555
Fax: (510) 841-8645
Email: info@dredf.orgWebsite:
http://dredf.org/
http://dredf.org/
Mission:
To protect the rights of all people in Wisconsin under the civil rights and labor standards laws we administer;
to achieve compliance through education, outreach, and enforcement by empowered and committed employees; and
to perform our responsibilities with reasonableness, efficiency, and fairness. The Wsconsin Equal Rights Division is part of the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development.
201 East Washington Ave Room A100
PO BOX 8928
Madison WI 53708-8928
Voice: (608) 266-6860
TTY: (608) 264-8752
Fax: (608) 267-4592Website:
https://dwd.wisconsin.gov/er/
https://dwd.wisconsin.gov/er/
Mission:
To protect the rights of all people in Wisconsin under the civil rights and labor standards laws we administer;
to achieve compliance through education, outreach, and enforcement by empowered and committed employees; and
to perform our responsibilities with reasonableness, efficiency, and fairness.
819 North 6th Street
Room 723
Milwaukee, WI 53203
Voice: (414) 227-4384
TTY: (414) 227-4081
Fax: (414) 227-4084Website:
https://dwd.wisconsin.gov/er/
https://dwd.wisconsin.gov/er/
FedLaw was developed to see if legal resources on the Internet could be a useful and cost-effective research tool for Federal lawyers and other Federal employees. Fedlaw has assembled references of use to people doing Federal legal research and which can be accessed directly through "point and click" hypertext connections. The FedLaw website is located within the Center for Regulatory Effectiveness (CRE) website.
Email: comments@thecre.com
Website:
http://www.thecre.com/fedlaw/default.htm
http://www.thecre.com/fedlaw/default.htm
We provide legal information, lawyer profiles and a community to help you make the best legal decisions.
Voice: 1-800-455-4565
Website:
http://civilrights.findlaw.com/discrimination/disability-discrimination.html
http://civilrights.findlaw.com/discrimination/disability-discrimination.html
The Disability Rights Bureau enforces State and Federal laws that protect the rights of people with disabilities to equal access to buildings, housing, and services. The Bureau resolves accessibility and discrimination violations impacting the people of the state of Illinois through negotiation and litigation.
In addition to the Bureau's enforcement work, the Disability Rights Bureau regularly provides technical assistance and referrals to individuals with disabilities and public and private entities seeking to comply with disability rights laws. The Bureau also conducts disability rights training programs for courts, law enforcement, and other groups upon request. The bureau is a part of the Illinois Attorney General's Office.
James R. Thompson Center, 11th floor
100 W. Randolph Street
Chicago, IL 60601
Voice: (312) 814-5684
TTY: (800) 964-3013
Fax: (312) 814-3212Website:
http://www.ag.state.il.us/rights/disabilityrights.html
http://www.ag.state.il.us/rights/disabilityrights.html
The Disability Rights Bureau enforces State and Federal laws that protect the rights of people with disabilities to equal access to buildings, housing, and services. The Bureau resolves accessibility and discrimination violations impacting the people of the state of Illinois through negotiation and litigation.
In addition to the Bureau's enforcement work, the Disability Rights Bureau regularly provides technical assistance and referrals to individuals with disabilities and public and private entities seeking to comply with disability rights laws. The Bureau also conducts disability rights training programs for courts, law enforcement, and other groups upon request. The bureau is a part of the Illinois Attorney General's Office.
500 S. Second Street
Springfield, IL 62701
Voice: (217) 524-2660
TTY: (877) 844-5461
Fax: (217) 557-5747Website:
http://www.ag.state.il.us/rights/disabilityrights.html
http://www.ag.state.il.us/rights/disabilityrights.html
The mission of Equip for Equality is to advance the human and civil rights of children and adults with physical and mental disabilities in Illinois. It is the only statewide, cross-disability, comprehensive advocacy organization providing self-advocacy assistance, legal services, and disability rights education while also engaging in public policy and legislative advocacy and conducting abuse investigations and other oversight activities.
1 West Old State Capitol Plaza
Suite 816
Springfield, IL 62701
Voice: (217) 544-0464
(800) 758-0464
TTY: (800) 610-2779
Fax: (217) 523-0720
Email: contactus@equipforequality.orgWebsite:
http://www.equipforequality.org
http://www.equipforequality.org
The mission of Equip for Equality is to advance the human and civil rights of children and adults with physical and mental disabilities in Illinois. It is the only statewide, cross-disability, comprehensive advocacy organization providing self-advocacy assistance, legal services, and disability rights education while also engaging in public policy and legislative advocacy and conducting abuse investigations and other oversight activities.
20 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 300
Chicago, IL 60602
Voice: (312) 341-0022
(800) 537-2632
TTY: (800) 610-2779
Fax: (312) 341-0295
Email: contactus@equipforequality.orgWebsite:
http://www.equipforequality.org
http://www.equipforequality.org
The mission of Equip for Equality is to advance the human and civil rights of children and adults with physical and mental disabilities in Illinois. It is the only statewide, cross-disability, comprehensive advocacy organization providing self-advocacy assistance, legal services, and disability rights education while also engaging in public policy and legislative advocacy and conducting abuse investigations and other oversight activities.
300 East Main Street
Suite 18
Carbondale, IL 62901
Voice: (618) 457-7930
(800) 758-0559
TTY: (800) 610-2779
Fax: (618) 457-7985
Email: contactus@equipforequality.orgWebsite:
http://www.equipforequality.org
http://www.equipforequality.org
State Support's mission is to improve access to justice for all Minnesotans. State Support's unique role is to provide information, connections, and tools for the public and for advocates,
and to support the civil legal aid programs who share our mission.
Midtown Commons - Suite #101B
2324 University Avenue West
St. Paul, MN 55114
Voice: (651) 228-9105
Fax: (651) 222-0745
Email: statesupport@mnlegalservices.orgWebsite:
http://www.mnlegalservices.org/
http://www.mnlegalservices.org/
The Minnesota Disability Law Center (MDLC) is the designated Protection and Advocacy System (P&A) for Minnesota and addresses the unique legal needs of Minnesotans with disabilities. MDLC provides free civil legal assistance to individuals with disabilities statewide on legal issues related to their disabilities. All individuals with disabilities are eligible to receive help, regardless of age or income level.
MMLA MN Disability Law Center
111 N Fifth St, Suite 100
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Voice: (612) 334-5970
TDD (612) 332-4668
TTY: Toll free (800) 292-4150
Fax: (612) 334-5755
Email: mndlc@midmnlegal.orgWebsite:
http://mylegalaid.org/about/our-work/disability-law
http://mylegalaid.org/about/our-work/disability-law
The National Disability Rights Network (NDRN) is the nonprofit membership organization for the federally mandated Protection and Advocacy (P&A) Systems and Client Assistance Programs (CAP) for individuals with disabilities. Collectively, the P&A/CAP network is the largest provider of legally based advocacy services to people with disabilities in the United States.
Through training and technical assistance, legal support, and legislative advocacy, the National Disability Rights Network works to create a society in which people with disabilities are afforded equality of opportunity and are able to fully participate by exercising choice and self-determination. The National Disability Rights Network serves a wide range of individuals with disabilities – including, but not limited to, those with cognitive, mental, sensory, and physical disabilities – by guarding against abuse; advocating for basic rights; and ensuring accountability in health care, education, employment, housing, transportation, and within the juvenile and criminal justice systems.
National Disability Rights Network (NDRN)
820 1st Street NE, Suite 740
Washington, DC 20002
Voice: (202)408-9514
TTY: (202)408-9521
Fax: (202)408-9520
Email: info@ndrn.orgWebsite:
http://www.ndrn.org/index.php
http://www.ndrn.org/index.php
The National Senior Citizens Law Center advocates nationwide to promote the independence and well-being of low-income elderly and disabled Americans.
Oakland, CA Office
1330 Broadway, Suite 525
Oakland, CA 94612
Voice: (510) 663-1055
Fax: (510) 663-1051
Email: nsclc@nsclc.orgWebsite:
http://www.nsclc.org/
http://www.nsclc.org/
Justice in Aging is a national organization that uses the power of law to fight senior poverty by securing access to affordable health care, economic security, and the courts for older adults with limited resources. Since 1972 we’ve focused our efforts primarily on fighting for people who have been marginalized and excluded from justice, such as women, people of color, LGBTQ individuals, and people with limited English proficiency.
3660 Wilshire Boulevard
Suite 718
Los Angeles, CA 90010
Voice: (213) 639-0930
Fax: (213) 639-0934
Email: nsclc@nsclc.orgWebsite:
http://www.nsclc.org/
http://www.nsclc.org/
The National Senior Citizens Law Center advocates nationwide to promote the independence and well-being of low-income elderly and disabled Americans.
Washington, DC Office
1444 Eye St., NW Suite 1100
Washington, DC 20005
Voice: (202) 289-6976
Fax: (202) 289-7224
Email: nsclc@nsclc.orgWebsite:
http://www.nsclc.org/
http://www.nsclc.org/
Prairie State Legal Services is an organization that offers free legal services for low income persons and those age 60 and over who have serious civil legal problems and need legal help to solve them. There are 12 office locations serving 36 counties in northern Illinois. The resources page also provides references to self-help information. The mission of Prairie State Legal Services, Inc. is to ensure equal access to justice and fair treatment under the law by providing legal advice and representation, advocacy, education, and outreach that serve to protect basic human needs and enforce or uphold rights.
303 North Main Street, Suite 600
Rockford, IL 61101
Voice: (815) 965-2134
TTY: (815) 965-5114
Fax: (815) 965-1081Website:
https://www.pslegal.org/default.asp
https://www.pslegal.org/default.asp
This is a collection of U.S. Supreme Court decisions. The collection is maintained by the Legal Information Institute at Cornell University Law School.
Legal Information Institute, Cornell Law School, Myron Taylor Hall, Ithaca, NY 14853
Website:
https://www.law.cornell.edu/supremecourt/text/home
https://www.law.cornell.edu/supremecourt/text/home
Designated by the Governor to ensure the rights of all state citizens with disabilities through individual advocacy and system change, DRW is part of a national system of federally mandated independent disability agencies. DRW is completely independent of government and the disability service system in order to be free of any conflicts of interests which would undermine our capacity to advocate vigorously on behalf of the human and legal rights of people with disabilities. Disability Rights Wisconsin serves people of all ages, including people with developmental disabilities, people with mental illness, people with physical or sensory disabilities, and people with traumatic brain injury.
217 W. Knapp St.
Rice Lake, WI 54868
Voice: (715) 736-1232
TTY: (888) 758-6049
Fax: (715) 736-1252Website:
http://www.disabilityrightswi.org/
http://www.disabilityrightswi.org/
Disability Rights Wisconsin serves people of all ages, including people with developmental disabilities, people with mental illness, people with physical or sensory disabilities, and people with traumatic brain injury. Disability Rights Wisconsin respects the cultural values and personal choices of those seeking our services. We value diversity in all aspects of our agency’s operations.
6737 W. Washington St., Suite 3230
Milwaukee, WI 53214
Voice: (414) 773-4646
TTY: (888) 758-6049
Fax: (414) 773-4647Website:
http://www.disabilityrightswi.org/
http://www.disabilityrightswi.org/
Designated by the Governor to ensure the rights of all state citizens with disabilities through individual advocacy and system change, DRW is part of a national system of federally mandated independent disability agencies. DRW is completely independent of government and the disability service system in order to be free of any conflicts of interests which would undermine our capacity to advocate vigorously on behalf of the human and legal rights of people with disabilities. Disability Rights Wisconsin serves people of all ages, including people with developmental disabilities, people with mental illness, people with physical or sensory disabilities, and people with traumatic brain injury.
131 W. Wilson St., Suite 700
Madison, WI 53703
Voice: (608) 267-0214
TTY: (888) 758-6049
Fax: (608) 267-0368Website:
http://www.disabilityrightswi.org/
http://www.disabilityrightswi.org/
