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The Americans with Disabilities Act created regulations for the accessibility of buildings and services for individuals with disabilities, but libraries still have a deficit in information highlighting disability and accessibility. Using LibGuides 2.0 software, the authors created 22 accessible guides on disabilities, disability theory, and assistive technology. The initial response from users was positive and included feedback as the guides continue to be improved and built upon. This article is a case study on the creation of the guides from a disability and accessibility standpoint. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article offers information on the 2014 National Health Law Moot Court competition of Southern Illinois University with problems associated with the U.S. Supreme Court case Sunset ManorCare, LLC, v. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. It mentions alleging of Employee Transfer Policy violates the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by failing to provide for reassignment of employees with disabilities and discrimination against employee.