advertisement

Federal officials to review restaurants for ADA compliance

CHICAGO (AP) - Federal prosecutors say they're reviewing restaurants in Chicago and the suburbs to ensure they comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Zachary Fardon is U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Illinois. In a news release Wednesday, he says his office "will pursue all reasonable measures to ensure compliance."

The law, often called the ADA, was approved in 1990. It prohibits discrimination of people with disabilities and requires places such as restaurants to be accessible.

Fardon says his office wants to work cooperatively with restaurants. He says restaurant owners in Chicago and its suburbs will be asked to complete surveys about the accessibility of their business. Federal investigators also may conduct on-site inspections.

Owners who don't comply with the law could face fines or a civil lawsuit.

Article Comments
Guidelines: Keep it civil and on topic; no profanity, vulgarity, slurs or personal attacks. People who harass others or joke about tragedies will be blocked. If a comment violates these standards or our terms of service, click the "flag" link in the lower-right corner of the comment box. To find our more, read our FAQ.