Living with a Chronic Illness
Living with the chronic disease of a loved one is challenging, particularly when there is no cure or lasting treatment.
Voice of Experience: October 2024
In This Issue
Differentiating Among Service Animals, Emotional Support Animals, and Pets
According to the ADA, service animals are dogs that are individually and specially trained to perform tasks for a person with a disability.
How Disabilities Parenting Made Me a Better Lawyer (and Vice Versa)
You can learn to be a better lawyer by advocating for a person with a disability. Always consider the perspectives of both clients and opposing counsel.
How to Prevent Falls and Disabilities
Fall-related accidents can result from age-related medical conditions like arthritis, diabetes, and heart disease.
The Elder and Disability Rights Section Council Marks the 25th Anniversary of the Olmstead
Olmstead v. L.C. is a landmark case that is often heralded as the Brown v. Board of Education of the disability rights movement.
Using AI for Predictive Analytics in Litigation
Learn how AI-powered predictive analytics can forecast litigation outcomes, guide strategy, and offer insights into judicial behavior.
Book Review: Great Minds Think Differently
We invite you to read Haley Moss’s book to learn the competitive advantage of accommodating neurodiversity.
How Technology Can Enhance the Lives of People with Disabilities
Advances in technology, particularly those associated with Artificial Intelligence, will further improve the opportunities created by technology for the disabled and the aging.
Adventures in the Law: Timing Is Everything
The Supreme Court has ruled that a gratuity differs from a bribe and, therefore, is not covered by the statute.
Philanthropy: Is It Only for the Rich and Famous?
For this year's ABA Giving Day, SLD plans to raise funds for a collection of important issues affecting senior lawyers.
Words of Wellbeing: Hearing
Healthy hearing is thought to have positive benefits on brain functioning, such as memory and other physical health benefits.
Member Spotlight: Jim Dickson
The ability to provide useful service to clients that they appreciate has always been a highlight of Jim Dickson’s career.