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DLC Reopens Jail Wait Lawsuit Against Department of Human Services
Denver, CO: Today, Disability Law Colorado filed a Motion to Reopen a federal lawsuit against the Colorado Department of Human Services (the “Department”) to enforce the parties’ settlement agreement and ensure people with mental illness receive their court-ordered... -
DLC Wins Major Nursing Homes ADA Violations Lawsuit Against State of Colorado
Denver, CO: The U.S. Department of Justice put Governor Polis on notice that “Colorado is violating the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by administering its long-term care system in a way that unnecessarily segregates individuals with physical disabilities in... -
DLC’s Executive Director Mary Anne Harvey Announces Retirement
“Mary Anne has led Disability Law Colorado with unquestioned dedication to its mission,” said Board Chair Mary Kay Kisseberth. “She has promoted and sustained victories for people who desperately needed a champion. Because of Mary Anne’s leadership, Colorado school... -
DLC Sues Department of Corrections on Behalf of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Incarcerated People
Denver, CO: Disability Law Colorado (DLC) filed suit against the Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC) in federal court in Denver today seeking effective communication and reasonable accommodations for Deaf and hard of hearing people in CDOC’s custody. The lawsuit...