Disability Advocates Win in NYC Open Streets ADA Lawsuit
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Disability advocates secure victory in lawsuit against New York Citys Open Streets program. Federal judge denies citys request to dismiss claims of ADA violations. The suit from NYC Access for All alleges heavy barriers block access for disabled people on or near closed streets. The case moves to the next phase following the ruling on March tenth. Open Streets, launched in 2020, creates car-free spaces for walking, biking, and events. Plaintiffs argue paratransit vans and rideshares cannot get through, forcing riders to meet them blocks away. The city highlights benefits like cleaner air, local business boosts, and community events. Both sides will exchange documents and evidence in discovery, with settlement talks ongoing to potentially avoid trial.
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