From lmendez716 at gmail.com  Mon Feb  1 14:07:01 2016
From: lmendez716 at gmail.com (Luis Mendez)
Date: Mon, 1 Feb 2016 09:07:01 -0500
Subject: [blindlaw] Completely Accessible Office Copier Solution
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That’s really great news.  I’ll be checking this out for my own office.

Thanks.
> On Jan 29, 2016, at 4:44 PM, David Andrews via blindlaw <blindlaw at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> It is great to know about this. There are some other accessible MFD's available, notably from Lexmark and Cannon, but this is a different approach that should work well, and be available to others.
> 
> Dave
> 
> At 10:25 AM 1/29/2016, you wrote:
>> Hi, all. I wanted to report that my office has located a completely accessible multifunction printer/scanner/copier/fax that will automatically convert everything scanned to an accessible PDF file. It is called the Samsung X7400, but many other Samsung models have similar functionality. The touch screen on these units is a Samsung  tablet running on an open version of Android, meaning that you can enable Android's Talkback feature to gain access to all of the machine's functions. You can also install other apps to the Android tablet, making it an ideal solution for adaptive technology users. You can print to it from your iPhone using AirPrint, and it can also interface with your Android phone or tablet wirelessly. The options are endless! I am currently researching whether any of Samsung's home office models feature this functionality.
>> 
>> My employer has a contract with a local copier company. I was happy to learn that the accessible model does everything and more than our current model can do, and it will cost less than the model we are currently using. I find this refreshing, given the inaccurate perception that accomodations for employees with disabilities are expensive. An accommodation put in place for my benefit actually saves my organization some money. Once I get more practice with the machine, I will write a more thorough review. My goal is to start a blog on topics like this. In researching accessible office equipment, I could find nothing written about accessibility. In areas beyond basic technology, little to no information is available for people with disabilities. I hope to change that. Stay tuned.
>> 
>> Tai
> 
>        David Andrews and long white cane Harry.
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From TTomasi at driowa.org  Mon Feb  1 16:37:18 2016
From: TTomasi at driowa.org (Tai Tomasi)
Date: Mon, 1 Feb 2016 16:37:18 +0000
Subject: [blindlaw] Completely Accessible Office Copier Solution
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Apparently, there are more basic models with attached Android tablets starting as low as $1,400. As I said, my agency leases its copier, so I'm not certain what the X7400 costs.

Tai Tomasi, J.D.
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Subject: Re: [blindlaw] Completely Accessible Office Copier Solution

That’s really great news.  I’ll be checking this out for my own office.

Thanks.
> On Jan 29, 2016, at 4:44 PM, David Andrews via blindlaw <blindlaw at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> It is great to know about this. There are some other accessible MFD's available, notably from Lexmark and Cannon, but this is a different approach that should work well, and be available to others.
> 
> Dave
> 
> At 10:25 AM 1/29/2016, you wrote:
>> Hi, all. I wanted to report that my office has located a completely accessible multifunction printer/scanner/copier/fax that will automatically convert everything scanned to an accessible PDF file. It is called the Samsung X7400, but many other Samsung models have similar functionality. The touch screen on these units is a Samsung  tablet running on an open version of Android, meaning that you can enable Android's Talkback feature to gain access to all of the machine's functions. You can also install other apps to the Android tablet, making it an ideal solution for adaptive technology users. You can print to it from your iPhone using AirPrint, and it can also interface with your Android phone or tablet wirelessly. The options are endless! I am currently researching whether any of Samsung's home office models feature this functionality.
>> 
>> My employer has a contract with a local copier company. I was happy to learn that the accessible model does everything and more than our current model can do, and it will cost less than the model we are currently using. I find this refreshing, given the inaccurate perception that accomodations for employees with disabilities are expensive. An accommodation put in place for my benefit actually saves my organization some money. Once I get more practice with the machine, I will write a more thorough review. My goal is to start a blog on topics like this. In researching accessible office equipment, I could find nothing written about accessibility. In areas beyond basic technology, little to no information is available for people with disabilities. I hope to change that. Stay tuned.
>> 
>> Tai
> 
>        David Andrews and long white cane Harry.
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From ukekearuaro at valtdnet.com  Tue Feb  2 22:22:49 2016
From: ukekearuaro at valtdnet.com (Olusegun -- Victory Associates LTD, Inc.)
Date: Tue, 2 Feb 2016 15:22:49 -0700
Subject: [blindlaw] Completely Accessible Office Copier Solution
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I think the X7400 will be fairly pricey for what it does.  I read up on it a 
bit:  Prints 40 pages per minute or thereabout.  It'll probably be an 
equipment that will take up quite a bit of space wherever it is placed.  For 
a small office, it may not be a good choice!

I'll go hunting for some pricing on it and hopefully report back.

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From TTomasi at driowa.org  Tue Feb  2 22:35:22 2016
From: TTomasi at driowa.org (Tai Tomasi)
Date: Tue, 2 Feb 2016 22:35:22 +0000
Subject: [blindlaw] Completely accessible multifunction printer pricing.
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My representative gives me the following pricing information. I have been told that there may be a model with this functionality for somewhere around $1400. See the below message.

Tai Tomasi, J.D., M.P.A.
Staff Attorney
Disability Rights Iowa
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Sent from my iPhone. Please excuse my brevity and any grammatical errors.

Begin forwarded message:

From: Andy Stevens <astevens at kochbrothers.com<mailto:astevens at kochbrothers.com>>
Date: February 1, 2016 at 2:19:38 PM CST
To: 'Tai Tomasi' <TTomasi at driowa.org<mailto:TTomasi at driowa.org>>
Subject: Koch Brothers - Samsung Pricing

Tai,

I gave you a price on your model that starts the line and is 25 pages per minute and then a price on the 60 pages per minute machine to give you a range of price on this line.

The 25 page per minute machine with no accessories just a stand would be around $79.00 a month on a lease.  The purchase price would be around  $4,020.00 on that model.

The 60 page per minute machine with no accessories just a stand would be around 190.50 a month on a lease.  The purchase price  would be around $10,265.00 on that model.

Like I said in previous emails these prices are subject to change depending on current vendor contracts and also with adding accessories.  If you have any questions please let me know.

Thanks!

Andy Stevens
Territory Account Manager Equipment Division
Koch Brothers
Office: 515-244-4900
Cell: 515-451-4104

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From Noel.Nightingale at ed.gov  Tue Feb  2 22:38:13 2016
From: Noel.Nightingale at ed.gov (Nightingale, Noel)
Date: Tue, 2 Feb 2016 22:38:13 +0000
Subject: [blindlaw] Chief, Educational Opportunities Section,
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Control Number: 427164700
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Job Title: Chief, Educational Opportunities Section
Department: Department Of Justice
Agency: Offices, Boards and Divisions
Job Announcement Number: 16-SES-CRD-002

SALARY RANGE:
$123,175.00 to $185,100.00 / Per Year
OPEN PERIOD:
Tuesday, January 26, 2016 to Tuesday, February 16, 2016
SERIES & GRADE:
ES-0905-00
POSITION INFORMATION:
Full Time - Senior Executive Service (SES)
DUTY LOCATIONS:
1 vacancy in the following location:
Washington DC, DC View Map<https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/427164700>
WHO MAY APPLY:
All groups of qualified individuals
SECURITY CLEARANCE:
Top Secret
SUPERVISORY STATUS:
Yes
JOB SUMMARY:

Are you interested in a rewarding and challenging career opportunity? Join the U.S. Department of Justice!

The U.S. Department of Justice<http://www.justice.gov/> ("DOJ" or "Department") is the principal federal agency charged with enforcing federally protected civil and constitutional rights. The Civil Rights Division<http://www.justice.gov/crt/> ("CRT" or "Division") is primarily responsible for enforcing federal statutes and executive orders that prohibit, among other things, unlawful discrimination in education, employment, housing, police services, public accommodations and facilities, voting, and federally funded and conducted programs. The laws that the Division enforces also prohibit conduct by law enforcement agencies, as well as conditions of public residential institutions, such as health care and correctional facilities, that violate the constitution.

The Division is seeking a managing attorney to serve as the Chief of the Educational Opportunities Section<http://www.justice.gov/crt/educational-opportunities-section> ("EOS Section" or "Section"). The EOS Section enforces Title IV of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, and religion in public schools and institutions of higher learning; the Equal Educational Opportunities Act of 1974, which, among other things, requires states and school districts to provide English Language Learner students with appropriate services to overcome language barriers; and the Americans with Disabilities Act. The Section also plays a significant role in enforcing Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, and national origin by recipients of federal funds), Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (prohibiting discrimination on the basis of sex by recipients of federal funds), and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (prohibiting discrimination on the basis of disability by recipients of federal funds). The Section may intervene in private suits alleging violations of education-related anti-discrimination statutes and the Fourteenth Amendment to the Constitution.

CRT offices are near the Metro transportation system or other public transportation, and are conveniently accessible to restaurants, museums and other Washington, D.C. area attractions. Most jobs in the Division offer alternative work schedules and other family friendly opportunities. Most employees who commute by public transportation are eligible for a transit subsidy benefit.

TRAVEL REQUIRED

  *   Occasional Travel
  *   Travel will be required.

RELOCATION AUTHORIZED

  *   No

KEY REQUIREMENTS

  *   You must submit your application by 11:59 p.m., Eastern Time Zone.
  *   You must be a United States citizen.
  *   You must meet all of the minimum qualifications for the position.
  *   New SES appointees must successfully complete a 1-year probationary period.
  *   Resume & supporting documents must be submitted (See "Required Documents").
  *   You must possess a law degree and be an active member of a state bar.
  *   This position is not eligible for the Compressed Work Schedule (e.g.,5-4/9)

________________________________
DUTIES:
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As Chief, the successful candidate will plan and direct a nationwide program to enforce the federal civil rights laws and executive orders prohibiting discrimination against students on the basis of sex, national origin, language barrier, religion, or disabilities. Responsibilities include:

  *   Managing directly and through subordinate supervisors, a staff of approximately 35 lawyers, non-lawyer professionals and support staff.
  *   Directing and reviewing investigations, negotiations, and litigation arising from complaints and compliance reviews concerning matters affecting the laws enforced by the EOS Section.
  *   Overseeing the preparation, review, and filing of complaints, other pleadings, discovery requests and responses, motions, briefs, proposed consent decrees and other legal documents. Overseeing all aspects of pretrial discovery and motion practices to ensure the development of testimonial and documentary evidence for trial. Intervening in significant cases brought by private litigants.
  *   Resolving cases through settlement agreements, consent decrees, or litigation.
  *   Advising the Office of the Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights regarding appropriate Division and Department positions on educational civil rights policies, regulations, and guidance of the Department and other federal agencies.
  *   Meeting, coordinating, and fostering good working relationships with the United States Attorneys' Offices, other DOJ components, the Department of Education, and other federal agencies.
  *   Consulting and advising the Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights and the Deputy Assistant Attorneys General. Coordinating with the Division's other Section Chiefs and Deputy Chiefs as appropriate.
  *   Speaking at meetings and conferences to educate other governmental agencies, industry, and/or the public about the work of the EOS Section. Meeting and conducting outreach to community organizations and other interested parties.
  *   Coordinating with counsel for private litigants in cases in which the Government intervenes; conferring with the United States Attorneys' Offices at all important stages of litigation; and meeting with the public (and their delegations), educational entities, and others.

________________________________
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
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The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is required by law to review the executive qualifications of each new career appointee to the Senior Executive Service (SES) prior to appointment. To be considered for this position, you must submit a written statement addressing the five (5) Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) listed below at section 3. Failure to address both the mandatory technical/professional qualifications and the ECQs as set forth below will adversely affect your chances for selection. Current members of the career SES, former career SES members with reinstatement eligibility, and OPM/QRB certified candidates need not address the ECQs.

You must submit a separate narrative statement that addresses each of the Technical Qualifications (TQs) and Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) related to this position; limit your responses to no more than one page for each TQ/MTQ. Unless you are a current Senior Executive Service (SES) career appointee, a former SES member having reinstatement eligibility, or an OPM-certified graduate of an approved SES Candidate Development Program, you must also submit a separate narrative statement (10-page limit) addressing each of the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) related to all positions in the SES. You must address how you have demonstrated progressively responsible leadership experience that is indicative of senior executive level managerial capability and directly related to the skills and abilities outlined in this job announcement. Qualified candidates typically gain experience of this nature at or above the GS-15 grade level in the Federal service or its equivalent with state or local government, the private sector, or nongovernmental organizations. For examples and guidance on writing effective ECQ narrative statements, you are strongly encouraged to review the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Guide to Senior Executive Service Qualifications<http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/senior-executive-service/reference-materials/guidetosesquals_2010.pdf>. You must use the Challenge- Context- Action- Result (CCAR) model when describing your accomplishments.

(1) Technical Qualifications:

  *   Ability to manage a complex organization and tackle challenging organizational issues.
  *   Ability to manage a diverse workforce that includes lawyers, non-lawyer professionals, and support staff.
  *   Ability to establish and implement an organizational vision, develop a strategic plan and implement strategic change, develop and advance policy initiatives, and build coalitions and identify opportunities for collaboration, both within the organization and outside the organization, to enforce the applicable statutory provisions effectively.
  *   Ability to communicate effectively on complex legal and technical issues, both orally and in writing, including the ability to advocate successfully with diverse stakeholders, external partners and individuals or groups having differing and often conflicting interests, on matters related to the successful execution of a large-scale organization's mission, programs and projects.
  *   Demonstrated experience supervising, developing, or resolving issues through effective oral and written communication.
  *   Ability to consult and provide advice on complex legal and technical issues;
  *   Demonstrated experience in developing and litigating cases and negotiating settlements. Demonstrated experience working with one or more of the following statutes: Title VI and Title IX of the Civil Rights Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, and Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act in the context of education.

(2) Mandatory Technical Qualifications:

  *   Must have extensive experience working with one or more of the applicable statutory provisions (i.e., Title IV of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Equal Educational Opportunities Act of 1974, and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act) in the context of education.

(3) Executive Core Qualifications:

  *   Leading Change: This core qualification involves the ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment. Leadership Competencies for ECQ-1: creativity and innovation, external awareness, flexibility, resilience, strategic thinking, vision.
  *   Leading People: This core qualification involves the ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts. Leadership Competencies for ECQ-2: conflict management, leveraging diversity, developing others, team building.
  *   Results Driven: This core qualification involves the ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks. Leadership Competencies for ECQ-3: accountability, customer service, decisiveness, entrepreneurship, problem solving, technical credibility.
  *   Business Acumen: This core qualification involves the ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically. Leadership Competencies for ECQ-4: financial management, human capital management, technology management.
  *   Building Coalitions: This core qualification involves the ability to build coalitions internally and with other federal agencies, state and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, foreign governments, or international organizations to achieve common goals. Leadership Competencies for ECQ-5: partnering, political savvy, influencing/negotiating.

The following fundamental competencies underlie the five ECQs, which should be incorporated into your responses to the ECQs and not as separate statements:

  *   Interpersonal Skills: Treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect. Considers and responds appropriately to the needs and feelings of different people in different situations.
  *   Oral Communication: Makes clear and convincing oral presentations. Listens effectively; clarifies information as needed.
  *   Integrity/Honesty: Behaves in an honest, fair, and ethical manner. Shows consistency in words and actions. Models high standards of ethics.
  *   Written Communication: Writes in a clear, concise, organized, and convincing manner for the intended audience.
  *   Continual Learning: Assesses and recognizes own strengths and weaknesses; pursues self-development.
  *   Public Service Motivation: Shows a commitment to serve the public. Ensures that actions meet public needs; aligns organizational objectives and practices with public interests.


Specialized Education and Licensing:

You must be a graduate of a law school accredited by the American Bar Association and be an active member in good standing of a state, territory of the United States, District of Columbia, or Commonwealth of Puerto Rico bar.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

Candidates will be evaluated on the Technical and Mandatory Technical Qualifications identified above. If candidates are found to possess the technical and mandatory requirements, they will then be evaluated based on the Executive Core Qualifications as established by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) outlined above.

________________________________
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The Department of Justice offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, telework, life insurance, health benefits, and, participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. This link<https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Pay_and_Benefits#icc> provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to eligible federal employees.

OTHER INFORMATION:

An initial SES career appointee is subject to a one-year SES probationary period.

If the Division does not receive the requested application materials, applicants will be evaluated solely on the information available and may not receive full consideration or may not be considered eligible. The application materials will not be returned.

The Civil Rights Division participates in the E-Verify Program.

Direct Deposit:

All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.

Security Requirement:

Initial appointment is conditioned upon satisfactory pre-employment security adjudication, including fingerprinting, credit and tax checks, and drug testing. In addition, continued employment is subject to the favorable adjudication of a background investigation.

Department Policies:

It is the policy of the Department to achieve a drug-free workplace and persons selected for employment will be required to pass a drug test which screens for illegal drug use prior to final appointment. Employment is also contingent upon the completion and satisfactory adjudication of a background investigation. Only U.S. citizens are eligible for employment with the Executive Office for Immigration Review and the United States Attorneys' Offices. Unless otherwise indicated in a particular job advertisement, non-U.S. citizens may apply for employment with other organizations, but should be advised that appointments of non-U.S. citizens are extremely rare; such appointments would be possible only if necessary to accomplish the Department's mission and would be subject to strict security requirements. Applicants who hold dual citizenship in the U.S. and another country will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

________________________________
HOW TO APPLY:
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To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package, which includes:

  *   Your resumé
  *   A complete Occupational Questionnaire
  *   Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section below)

The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. (Eastern Time Zone) on Tuesday, February 16, 2016.

To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.

Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.

To fax supporting documents you are unable to upload, complete this cover page<http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf> using the following Vacancy ID 1336419.

Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.

If you cannot apply online:

  *   Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire<https://ApplicationManager.gov/Questionnaire.aspx?ID=5619472&PreviewType=Questionnaire>
  *   Print this 1203FX form<http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdfimage/opm1203fx.pdf> to provide your response to the occupational questionnaire, and
  *   Fax the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to 1-478-757-3144. Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.

The U.S. Department of Justice is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Except where otherwise provided by law, there will be no discrimination because of color, race, religion, national origin, political affiliation, marital status, disability (physical or mental), age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a parent, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, on the basis of personal favoritism, or any other non-merit factor. The Department of Justice welcomes and encourages applications from persons with physical and mental disabilities. The Department is firmly committed to satisfying its affirmative obligations under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, to ensure that persons with disabilities have every opportunity to be hired and advanced on the basis of merit within the Department of Justice.

The Department encourages qualified applicants with disabilities, including individuals with targeted/severe disabilities to apply in response to posted vacancy announcements. Qualified applicants with a targeted/severe disabilities may be eligible for direct hire, non-competitive appointment under Schedule A, Section (u) (5 C.F.R. § 213.3102(u)). Proof of a targeted/severe disability, as permitted by Schedule A, Section (u), will be required if a conditional offer of employment is extended to such a qualified applicant. Targeted/severe disabilities are defined by OPM Form 256, Part I. Individuals with targeted/severe disabilities are encouraged to submit their resumes to the Division by emailing them to CRT.Specprogvacancies at usdoj.gov<mailto:CRT.Specprogvacancies at usdoj.gov>, in addition to applying for posted vacancies. Individuals with targeted/severe disabilities are also encouraged to register for the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Shared List of People with Disabilities (the Bender Disability Employment Registry) by submitting their resume to resume at benderconsult.com<mailto:resume at benderconsult.com> and referencing "Federal Career Opportunities" in the subject line. Additional information about the Bender Registry is available at benderconsult.com<https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/www.benderconsult.com>. Applicants with questions about this process may contact the Division's Disability Programs Manager - Derek Orr, at Derek.Orr at usdoj.gov<mailto:derek.orr at usdoj.gov> or

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

Your application package must include your:

  *   resumé
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From dandrews at visi.com  Wed Feb  3 01:52:11 2016
From: dandrews at visi.com (David Andrews)
Date: Tue, 02 Feb 2016 19:52:11 -0600
Subject: [blindlaw] DISABILITY RIGHTS RESEARCHER/ADVOCATE
Message-ID: <auto-000048874902@mailfront2.g2host.com>


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>Begin forwarded message:
>
>>From: "Lorre Leon Mendelson 
>><mailto:lorreleon at bellsouth.net>lorreleon at bellsouth.net 
>>[berkeley-disabled]" 
>><<mailto:berkeley-disabled-noreply at yahoogroups.com>berkeley-disabled-noreply at yahoogroups.com>
>>Date: February 2, 2016 at 5:15:49 PM PST
>>To: 
>>"<mailto:lorreleon at bellsouth.net>lorreleon at bellsouth.net 
>>Mendelson" <<mailto:lorreleon at bellsouth.net>lorreleon at bellsouth.net>
>>Subject: [berkeley-disabled] DISABILITY RIGHTS 
>>RESEARCHER/ADVOCATE  - resend due to difficulty accessing info. Best, Lorre
>>Reply-To: Lorre Leon Mendelson 
>><<mailto:lorreleon at bellsouth.net>lorreleon at bellsouth.net>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>DISABILITY RIGHTS RESEARCHER/ADVOCATE
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>New York
>>
>>
>>
>>Disability Rights Division
>>
>>
>>Application Deadline
>>
>>
>>
>>February 22, 2016
>>
>>
>>Description
>>
>>
>>
>>The Disability Rights Division (“DRD”) of 
>>Human Rights Watch (“HRW”) is seeking 
>>highly qualified applicants for the position of 
>>Disability Rights Researcher/Advocate. This 
>>position will be responsible for developing and 
>>implementing research and advocacy strategies 
>>on the human rights of persons with 
>>disabilities.  Ideally, the position will be 
>>based in HRW’s New York office and will 
>>report to the Director of the Disability Rights Division.
>>
>>Responsibilities:
>>
>>1. Research, monitor and document human rights 
>>abuses by collecting and analyzing information 
>>from a wide variety of sources including 
>>governments, local media, NGOs (particularly 
>>organizations of persons with disabilities), 
>>victims, witnesses, journalists, diplomats, and others in the field;
>>
>>2. Write and publicize timely, accurate, 
>>independent and impartial reports, briefing 
>>papers, letters, news releases, op-eds, and 
>>submissions to UN and regional bodies based on the findings of HRW research;
>>
>>3. Develop and implement advocacy strategies 
>>for advancing HRW’s key findings and 
>>recommendations promoting the rights of persons 
>>with disabilities, including an advocacy 
>>campaign to end shackling of persons with psychosocial disabilities;
>>
>>4. Research relevant advocacy targets, 
>>including UN bodies and special procedures, 
>>international and bilateral donors regional and 
>>national human rights mechanisms, and the media;
>>
>>5. Represent HRW to external stakeholders, 
>>including in governmental and intergovernmental 
>>and various public forums, as well as to all 
>>forms of news media, civil society 
>>organizations and political, economic, and 
>>other actors to communicate HRW’s concerns 
>>and positions on disability rights;
>>
>>6. Travel domestically and internationally, as 
>>required, in order to carry out research and 
>>advocacy, including fact-finding missions;
>>
>>7. Work collaboratively with local, regional 
>>and international organizations of persons with 
>>disabilities to ensure that HRW’s work on 
>>disability rights complements and enhances their own work;
>>
>>8. Liaise effectively with relevant HRW staff 
>>located in multiple locations throughout the 
>>world to ensure effective coordination and 
>>delivery of activities; reviewing HRW documents 
>>to ensure that they conform to relevant international standards;
>>
>>9. Respond promptly to queries from the media, 
>>public, and colleagues in the human rights and 
>>disability rights community and take initiative 
>>to project concerns in public debate; and
>>
>>10. Perform other duties as required.
>>
>>
>>Qualifications
>>
>>
>>
>>Education: An advanced (graduate) degree in 
>>international relations, journalism, law, 
>>history or social sciences is required.
>>
>>
>>Experience: A minimum of three years of 
>>experience working on human rights issues, 
>>particularly disability rights, is required. 
>>Relevant experience may include, among other 
>>things, work as an investigative reporter or 
>>attorney on issues related to disability 
>>rights; research and advocacy for nonprofit 
>>organizations; or work in government and 
>>international organizations on policies relating to disability rights.
>>
>>Required Skills and Knowledge:
>>
>>1. Experience in designing and implementing 
>>successful advocacy initiatives at all level 
>>and a demonstrated commitment to disability rights is required.
>>
>>2. Excellent oral and written communication 
>>skills in English; other language skills desirable
>>
>>3. Ability to identify, research, analyze and 
>>effectively communicate important human rights 
>>developments that pertain to disability rights.
>>
>>4. Proven experience in writing research 
>>materials for a variety of audiences.
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>>5. Sound knowledge of all international law 
>>applicable to monitoring and defending the 
>>rights of persons with disabilities, including 
>>but not limited to international human rights 
>>law, familiarity with the policies, operating 
>>procedures, and standards applicable to 
>>international, intergovernmental, and non-governmental agencies is desirable.
>>
>>6. Ability and sensitivity to conduct 
>>interviews with people with diverse disabilities.
>>
>>7. Ability to identify and advise on advocacy strategies.
>>
>>8. Ability to produce high-quality written material under tight deadlines.
>>
>>9. Strong initiative and follow-through, 
>>capacity to think creatively and strategically, 
>>excellent editing skills, and dynamic public speaking skills.
>>
>>10. Strong interpersonal skills in order to 
>>work collaboratively within HRW, as well as 
>>with local and international partners and governments officials is required.
>>
>>11. Ability to multi-task effectively, 
>>including having strong planning and organizing 
>>skills, and ability to work under pressure.
>>
>>12. Ability to think strategically about the 
>>global and local media environments and how to 
>>use the media and electronic media to further goals.
>>
>>Salary and Benefits:  HRW seeks exceptional 
>>applicants and offers competitive compensation 
>>and employer-paid benefits.  HRW will pay 
>>reasonable relocation expenses and will assist 
>>employees in obtaining necessary work 
>>authorization, if required; citizens of all 
>>nationalities are encouraged to apply. Persons 
>>with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
>>
>>
>>How to Apply
>>
>>
>>
>>Contact: Please apply immediately or 
>>by  February 22, 2016 by emailing, in a single 
>>submission, a letter of interest describing 
>>your experience, resume, contact details for 
>>three references, and a brief writing sample 
>>(unedited by others) to 
>><mailto:disability at hrw.org>disability at hrw.org. 
>>Please use “Disability Rights 
>>Researcher/Advocate Application Ref: 
>>DRD-16-1002” as the subject of your email.
>>
>>Only complete applications will be reviewed and 
>>only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
>>
>>Reasonable accommodations will be made to 
>>enable individuals with disabilities to perform 
>>essential functions of this position.
>>
>>Human Rights Watch is strengthened profoundly 
>>by the diversity of our staff and our 
>>differences in background, culture, experience, 
>>national origin, religion, sexual orientation, 
>>and more. We actively seek and welcome 
>>applications from people of diverse racial and 
>>ethnic backgrounds, women, LGBTI persons, and persons with disabilities.
>>
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>>Equal Opportunity Employer
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>>
>>Human Rights Watch is an equal opportunity 
>>employer that does not discriminate in its 
>>hiring practices and, in order to build the 
>>strongest possible workforce, actively seeks a diverse applicant pool.
>>
>>
>>About Human Rights Watch
>>
>>
>>
>>Human Rights Watch is an international human 
>>rights monitoring and advocacy organization 
>>known for its in-depth investigations, its 
>>incisive and timely reporting, its innovative 
>>and high-profile advocacy campaigns, and its 
>>success in changing the human rights-related 
>>policies and practices of influential 
>>governments and international institutions.
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>><https://www.hrw.org/about>Learn More
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>>
>>About
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From ukekearuaro at valtdnet.com  Wed Feb  3 15:48:09 2016
From: ukekearuaro at valtdnet.com (Olusegun -- Victory Associates LTD, Inc.)
Date: Wed, 3 Feb 2016 08:48:09 -0700
Subject: [blindlaw] Completely accessible multifunction printer pricing.
References: <02c301d15d2d$e01eee50$a05ccaf0$@kochbrothers.com>
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Wow, Tai, you beat me to it!  Whilst I may like this printer, the price is 
out of the ballpark presently.  I hope a cheaper module with the 
accessibility hooks will be in the works soonest.

Sincerely,
Olusegun
Denver, Colorado 


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From kaerickson at stu.clcillinois.edu  Wed Feb  3 16:02:13 2016
From: kaerickson at stu.clcillinois.edu (krista erickson)
Date: Wed, 3 Feb 2016 10:02:13 -0600
Subject: [blindlaw] Accessing the Website Core Grammar for Lawyers
Message-ID: <CAKHnX9QpbVxRtW7cQXd8ONPKynZzaPMb1YA62A8_LbonXrxh7w@mail.gmail.com>

Hello Blind Law Folks,
I'm new to the list and have just started coursework to earn my
paralegal certificate. For my introductory paralegal studies class, we
are required to complete the tests, lessons and exercises on a website
called Core Grammar for Lawyers.
www.coregrammar.com.
I am encountering some access issues with the exercises and am curious
if any of you have used this website (especially with IE 11 and JAWS
17)? If you have, could you please let me know how you completed the
lesson exercises using screen reading software? Thanks.
Krista


From TTomasi at driowa.org  Wed Feb  3 16:13:49 2016
From: TTomasi at driowa.org (Tai Tomasi)
Date: Wed, 3 Feb 2016 16:13:49 +0000
Subject: [blindlaw] Accessing the Website Core Grammar for Lawyers
In-Reply-To: <CAKHnX9QpbVxRtW7cQXd8ONPKynZzaPMb1YA62A8_LbonXrxh7w@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAKHnX9QpbVxRtW7cQXd8ONPKynZzaPMb1YA62A8_LbonXrxh7w@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <3C03C4556E00E849909020A575494CCAF325A5@DSM-SBS.disabilityright.local>

I haven't used this software, but I took a quick look at the website. I would contact Firestream Media and Claudia Fulshaw Design and encourage them to make this software WCAG 2.0 compliant. WCAG stands for Web Content Accessibility Guidelines. Google it for more information.  

Best,

Tai Tomasi, J.D.
Staff Attorney



400 East Court Ave., Ste. 300
Des Moines, Iowa 50309
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-----Original Message-----
From: blindlaw [mailto:blindlaw-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of krista erickson via blindlaw
Sent: Wednesday, February 03, 2016 10:02 AM
To: blindlaw at nfbnet.org
Cc: krista erickson <kaerickson at stu.clcillinois.edu>
Subject: [blindlaw] Accessing the Website Core Grammar for Lawyers

Hello Blind Law Folks,
I'm new to the list and have just started coursework to earn my paralegal certificate. For my introductory paralegal studies class, we are required to complete the tests, lessons and exercises on a website called Core Grammar for Lawyers.
www.coregrammar.com.
I am encountering some access issues with the exercises and am curious if any of you have used this website (especially with IE 11 and JAWS 17)? If you have, could you please let me know how you completed the lesson exercises using screen reading software? Thanks.
Krista

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From awildheir at gmail.com  Wed Feb  3 16:33:27 2016
From: awildheir at gmail.com (Aimee Harwood)
Date: Wed, 3 Feb 2016 11:33:27 -0500
Subject: [blindlaw] Accessing the Website Core Grammar for Lawyers
In-Reply-To: <3C03C4556E00E849909020A575494CCAF325A5@DSM-SBS.disabilityright.local>
References: <CAKHnX9QpbVxRtW7cQXd8ONPKynZzaPMb1YA62A8_LbonXrxh7w@mail.gmail.com>
	<3C03C4556E00E849909020A575494CCAF325A5@DSM-SBS.disabilityright.local>
Message-ID: <AC107BCE-66FE-462C-8137-53E27D4F29E6@gmail.com>

For an idea in the interim, if you have access to an iPad, I had better luck on that platform probably because it used the mobile site.

Aimee

Sent from my iPhone

> On Feb 3, 2016, at 11:13 AM, Tai Tomasi via blindlaw <blindlaw at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> I haven't used this software, but I took a quick look at the website. I would contact Firestream Media and Claudia Fulshaw Design and encourage them to make this software WCAG 2.0 compliant. WCAG stands for Web Content Accessibility Guidelines. Google it for more information.  
> 
> Best,
> 
> Tai Tomasi, J.D.
> Staff Attorney
> 
> 
> 
> 400 East Court Ave., Ste. 300
> Des Moines, Iowa 50309
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> Sent: Wednesday, February 03, 2016 10:02 AM
> To: blindlaw at nfbnet.org
> Cc: krista erickson <kaerickson at stu.clcillinois.edu>
> Subject: [blindlaw] Accessing the Website Core Grammar for Lawyers
> 
> Hello Blind Law Folks,
> I'm new to the list and have just started coursework to earn my paralegal certificate. For my introductory paralegal studies class, we are required to complete the tests, lessons and exercises on a website called Core Grammar for Lawyers.
> www.coregrammar.com.
> I am encountering some access issues with the exercises and am curious if any of you have used this website (especially with IE 11 and JAWS 17)? If you have, could you please let me know how you completed the lesson exercises using screen reading software? Thanks.
> Krista
> 
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From lmendez716 at gmail.com  Wed Feb  3 16:49:16 2016
From: lmendez716 at gmail.com (Luis Mendez)
Date: Wed, 3 Feb 2016 11:49:16 -0500
Subject: [blindlaw] Completely accessible multifunction printer pricing.
In-Reply-To: <33F91D85-90E4-4FCB-953A-69C102E5C15D@driowa.org>
References: <02c301d15d2d$e01eee50$a05ccaf0$@kochbrothers.com>
	<33F91D85-90E4-4FCB-953A-69C102E5C15D@driowa.org>
Message-ID: <5726578C-C9E1-40FA-BAA5-2BC5A1191930@gmail.com>

Thanks for sharing this information.  Definitely out of my price range for now. 

Sent from my iPad

> On Feb 2, 2016, at 5:35 PM, Tai Tomasi via blindlaw <blindlaw at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> My representative gives me the following pricing information. I have been told that there may be a model with this functionality for somewhere around $1400. See the below message.
> 
> Tai Tomasi, J.D., M.P.A.
> Staff Attorney
> Disability Rights Iowa
> Email: ttomasi at driowa.org<mailto:ttomasi at driowa.org>
> Sent from my iPhone. Please excuse my brevity and any grammatical errors.
> 
> Begin forwarded message:
> 
> From: Andy Stevens <astevens at kochbrothers.com<mailto:astevens at kochbrothers.com>>
> Date: February 1, 2016 at 2:19:38 PM CST
> To: 'Tai Tomasi' <TTomasi at driowa.org<mailto:TTomasi at driowa.org>>
> Subject: Koch Brothers - Samsung Pricing
> 
> Tai,
> 
> I gave you a price on your model that starts the line and is 25 pages per minute and then a price on the 60 pages per minute machine to give you a range of price on this line.
> 
> The 25 page per minute machine with no accessories just a stand would be around $79.00 a month on a lease.  The purchase price would be around  $4,020.00 on that model.
> 
> The 60 page per minute machine with no accessories just a stand would be around 190.50 a month on a lease.  The purchase price  would be around $10,265.00 on that model.
> 
> Like I said in previous emails these prices are subject to change depending on current vendor contracts and also with adding accessories.  If you have any questions please let me know.
> 
> Thanks!
> 
> Andy Stevens
> Territory Account Manager Equipment Division
> Koch Brothers
> Office: 515-244-4900
> Cell: 515-451-4104
> 
> astevens at kochbrothers.com<mailto:astevens at kochbrothers.com>
> www.kochbrothers.com<http://www.kochbrothers.com/>
> 
> [image002]
> 
> 
> 
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From chris.stewart at uky.edu  Thu Feb  4 13:37:32 2016
From: chris.stewart at uky.edu (Stewart, Christopher K)
Date: Thu, 4 Feb 2016 08:37:32 -0500
Subject: [blindlaw] Core Grammar for Lawyers
Message-ID: <CAAyF1PAaS0R6juQZ7w=zoQsUwXzgEZdixto6C9xgYu5hodA1DA@mail.gmail.com>

I had this program my 1L year. My memory is that the pre-test is
accessible, but none of the actual lessons are. Fortunately, I scored
high enough on the pretest that my legal writing instructor waived the
requirement. But, she also dropped a note to the creator at the time
encouraging the implementation of accessibility features. I'm
disappointed to hear her requests were ignored.

My best advice is to try to work out an alternative for each of the
lessons with your instructor. In the meantime, you could also sign
this petition and distribute it to your friends demanding that
President Obama order the DOJ to release the regulations which would
apply the ADA to the internet.
https://petitions.whitehouse.gov/petition/direct-us-department-justice-promptly-release-ada-internet-regulations


Best,
Chris


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>    2. Accessing the Website Core Grammar for Lawyers (krista erickson)
>    3. Re: Accessing the Website Core Grammar for Lawyers (Tai Tomasi)
>    4. Re: Accessing the Website Core Grammar for Lawyers (Aimee Harwood)
>    5. Re: Completely accessible multifunction printer pricing.
>       (Luis Mendez)
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>
> ----------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> Message: 1
> Date: Wed, 3 Feb 2016 08:48:09 -0700
> From: "Olusegun -- Victory Associates LTD, Inc."
> 	<ukekearuaro at valtdnet.com>
> To: "Blind Law Mailing List" <blindlaw at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [blindlaw] Completely accessible multifunction printer
> 	pricing.
> Message-ID: <ECC88EB0E34D469F942D65474FA8AF4D at victory2>
> Content-Type: text/plain; format=flowed; charset="iso-8859-1";
> 	reply-type=original
>
> Wow, Tai, you beat me to it!  Whilst I may like this printer, the price is
> out of the ballpark presently.  I hope a cheaper module with the
> accessibility hooks will be in the works soonest.
>
> Sincerely,
> Olusegun
> Denver, Colorado
>
>
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> Message: 2
> Date: Wed, 3 Feb 2016 10:02:13 -0600
> From: krista erickson <kaerickson at stu.clcillinois.edu>
> To: blindlaw at nfbnet.org
> Subject: [blindlaw] Accessing the Website Core Grammar for Lawyers
> Message-ID:
> 	<CAKHnX9QpbVxRtW7cQXd8ONPKynZzaPMb1YA62A8_LbonXrxh7w at mail.gmail.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=UTF-8
>
> Hello Blind Law Folks,
> I'm new to the list and have just started coursework to earn my
> paralegal certificate. For my introductory paralegal studies class, we
> are required to complete the tests, lessons and exercises on a website
> called Core Grammar for Lawyers.
> www.coregrammar.com.
> I am encountering some access issues with the exercises and am curious
> if any of you have used this website (especially with IE 11 and JAWS
> 17)? If you have, could you please let me know how you completed the
> lesson exercises using screen reading software? Thanks.
> Krista
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 3
> Date: Wed, 3 Feb 2016 16:13:49 +0000
> From: Tai Tomasi <TTomasi at driowa.org>
> To: Blind Law Mailing List <blindlaw at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [blindlaw] Accessing the Website Core Grammar for Lawyers
> Message-ID:
> 	<3C03C4556E00E849909020A575494CCAF325A5 at DSM-SBS.disabilityright.local>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1"
>
> I haven't used this software, but I took a quick look at the website. I
> would contact Firestream Media and Claudia Fulshaw Design and encourage them
> to make this software WCAG 2.0 compliant. WCAG stands for Web Content
> Accessibility Guidelines. Google it for more information.
>
> Best,
>
> Tai Tomasi, J.D.
> Staff Attorney
>
>
>
> 400 East Court Ave., Ste. 300
> Des Moines, Iowa 50309
> Tel: 515-278-2502; Toll Free: 1-800-779-2502
> FAX: 515-278-0539; Relay 711
> E-mail: tomasi at driowa.org
> www.driowa.org
>
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> erickson via blindlaw
> Sent: Wednesday, February 03, 2016 10:02 AM
> To: blindlaw at nfbnet.org
> Cc: krista erickson <kaerickson at stu.clcillinois.edu>
> Subject: [blindlaw] Accessing the Website Core Grammar for Lawyers
>
> Hello Blind Law Folks,
> I'm new to the list and have just started coursework to earn my paralegal
> certificate. For my introductory paralegal studies class, we are required to
> complete the tests, lessons and exercises on a website called Core Grammar
> for Lawyers.
> www.coregrammar.com.
> I am encountering some access issues with the exercises and am curious if
> any of you have used this website (especially with IE 11 and JAWS 17)? If
> you have, could you please let me know how you completed the lesson
> exercises using screen reading software? Thanks.
> Krista
>
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> Date: Wed, 3 Feb 2016 11:33:27 -0500
> From: Aimee Harwood <awildheir at gmail.com>
> To: Blind Law Mailing List <blindlaw at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [blindlaw] Accessing the Website Core Grammar for Lawyers
> Message-ID: <AC107BCE-66FE-462C-8137-53E27D4F29E6 at gmail.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain;	charset=us-ascii
>
> For an idea in the interim, if you have access to an iPad, I had better luck
> on that platform probably because it used the mobile site.
>
> Aimee
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
>> On Feb 3, 2016, at 11:13 AM, Tai Tomasi via blindlaw <blindlaw at nfbnet.org>
>> wrote:
>>
>> I haven't used this software, but I took a quick look at the website. I
>> would contact Firestream Media and Claudia Fulshaw Design and encourage
>> them to make this software WCAG 2.0 compliant. WCAG stands for Web Content
>> Accessibility Guidelines. Google it for more information.
>>
>> Best,
>>
>> Tai Tomasi, J.D.
>> Staff Attorney
>>
>>
>>
>> 400 East Court Ave., Ste. 300
>> Des Moines, Iowa 50309
>> Tel: 515-278-2502; Toll Free: 1-800-779-2502
>> FAX: 515-278-0539; Relay 711
>> E-mail: tomasi at driowa.org
>> www.driowa.org
>>
>> Our Mission:  To defend and promote the human and legal rights of Iowans
>> with disabilities
>>
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>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: blindlaw [mailto:blindlaw-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of krista
>> erickson via blindlaw
>> Sent: Wednesday, February 03, 2016 10:02 AM
>> To: blindlaw at nfbnet.org
>> Cc: krista erickson <kaerickson at stu.clcillinois.edu>
>> Subject: [blindlaw] Accessing the Website Core Grammar for Lawyers
>>
>> Hello Blind Law Folks,
>> I'm new to the list and have just started coursework to earn my paralegal
>> certificate. For my introductory paralegal studies class, we are required
>> to complete the tests, lessons and exercises on a website called Core
>> Grammar for Lawyers.
>> www.coregrammar.com.
>> I am encountering some access issues with the exercises and am curious if
>> any of you have used this website (especially with IE 11 and JAWS 17)? If
>> you have, could you please let me know how you completed the lesson
>> exercises using screen reading software? Thanks.
>> Krista
>>
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> Message: 5
> Date: Wed, 3 Feb 2016 11:49:16 -0500
> From: Luis Mendez <lmendez716 at gmail.com>
> To: Blind Law Mailing List <blindlaw at nfbnet.org>
> Subject: Re: [blindlaw] Completely accessible multifunction printer
> 	pricing.
> Message-ID: <5726578C-C9E1-40FA-BAA5-2BC5A1191930 at gmail.com>
> Content-Type: text/plain;	charset=us-ascii
>
> Thanks for sharing this information.  Definitely out of my price range for
> now.
>
> Sent from my iPad
>
>> On Feb 2, 2016, at 5:35 PM, Tai Tomasi via blindlaw <blindlaw at nfbnet.org>
>> wrote:
>>
>> My representative gives me the following pricing information. I have been
>> told that there may be a model with this functionality for somewhere
>> around $1400. See the below message.
>>
>> Tai Tomasi, J.D., M.P.A.
>> Staff Attorney
>> Disability Rights Iowa
>> Email: ttomasi at driowa.org<mailto:ttomasi at driowa.org>
>> Sent from my iPhone. Please excuse my brevity and any grammatical errors.
>>
>> Begin forwarded message:
>>
>> From: Andy Stevens
>> <astevens at kochbrothers.com<mailto:astevens at kochbrothers.com>>
>> Date: February 1, 2016 at 2:19:38 PM CST
>> To: 'Tai Tomasi' <TTomasi at driowa.org<mailto:TTomasi at driowa.org>>
>> Subject: Koch Brothers - Samsung Pricing
>>
>> Tai,
>>
>> I gave you a price on your model that starts the line and is 25 pages per
>> minute and then a price on the 60 pages per minute machine to give you a
>> range of price on this line.
>>
>> The 25 page per minute machine with no accessories just a stand would be
>> around $79.00 a month on a lease.  The purchase price would be around
>> $4,020.00 on that model.
>>
>> The 60 page per minute machine with no accessories just a stand would be
>> around 190.50 a month on a lease.  The purchase price  would be around
>> $10,265.00 on that model.
>>
>> Like I said in previous emails these prices are subject to change
>> depending on current vendor contracts and also with adding accessories.
>> If you have any questions please let me know.
>>
>> Thanks!
>>
>> Andy Stevens
>> Territory Account Manager Equipment Division
>> Koch Brothers
>> Office: 515-244-4900
>> Cell: 515-451-4104
>>
>> astevens at kochbrothers.com<mailto:astevens at kochbrothers.com>
>> www.kochbrothers.com<http://www.kochbrothers.com/>
>>
>> [image002]
>>
>>
>>
>> <image001.jpg>
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From cjdavis9193 at gmail.com  Thu Feb  4 13:46:43 2016
From: cjdavis9193 at gmail.com (Cody J. Davis)
Date: Thu, 4 Feb 2016 08:46:43 -0500
Subject: [blindlaw] Core Grammar for Lawyers
In-Reply-To: <CAAyF1PAaS0R6juQZ7w=zoQsUwXzgEZdixto6C9xgYu5hodA1DA@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAAyF1PAaS0R6juQZ7w=zoQsUwXzgEZdixto6C9xgYu5hodA1DA@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <3F8DED0D-AF1F-4D54-9958-87A4332B7CCE@gmail.com>

I used the core grammar for lawyers pretest and subsequent modules and quizzes in my 1L year last year. I found all of it to be accessible using a Mac with Safari and the built-in screen reader voiceover. Though, I do think I had some issues navigating between modules and saying what modules I had already completed. Also, I would make sure to adjust your screen reader to pronounce all punctuation, as this caused me a few problems in the first few modules.

CJD 

Sent from my iPhone

> On Feb 4, 2016, at 8:37 AM, Stewart, Christopher K via blindlaw <blindlaw at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> I had this program my 1L year. My memory is that the pre-test is
> accessible, but none of the actual lessons are. Fortunately, I scored
> high enough on the pretest that my legal writing instructor waived the
> requirement. But, she also dropped a note to the creator at the time
> encouraging the implementation of accessibility features. I'm
> disappointed to hear her requests were ignored.
> 
> My best advice is to try to work out an alternative for each of the
> lessons with your instructor. In the meantime, you could also sign
> this petition and distribute it to your friends demanding that
> President Obama order the DOJ to release the regulations which would
> apply the ADA to the internet.
> https://petitions.whitehouse.gov/petition/direct-us-department-justice-promptly-release-ada-internet-regulations
> 
> 
> Best,
> Chris
> 
> 
>> On 2/4/16, blindlaw-request at nfbnet.org <blindlaw-request at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> Send blindlaw mailing list submissions to
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>>   1. Re: Completely accessible multifunction printer pricing.
>>      (Olusegun -- Victory Associates LTD, Inc.)
>>   2. Accessing the Website Core Grammar for Lawyers (krista erickson)
>>   3. Re: Accessing the Website Core Grammar for Lawyers (Tai Tomasi)
>>   4. Re: Accessing the Website Core Grammar for Lawyers (Aimee Harwood)
>>   5. Re: Completely accessible multifunction printer pricing.
>>      (Luis Mendez)
>> 
>> 
>> ----------------------------------------------------------------------
>> 
>> Message: 1
>> Date: Wed, 3 Feb 2016 08:48:09 -0700
>> From: "Olusegun -- Victory Associates LTD, Inc."
>>    <ukekearuaro at valtdnet.com>
>> To: "Blind Law Mailing List" <blindlaw at nfbnet.org>
>> Subject: Re: [blindlaw] Completely accessible multifunction printer
>>    pricing.
>> Message-ID: <ECC88EB0E34D469F942D65474FA8AF4D at victory2>
>> Content-Type: text/plain; format=flowed; charset="iso-8859-1";
>>    reply-type=original
>> 
>> Wow, Tai, you beat me to it!  Whilst I may like this printer, the price is
>> out of the ballpark presently.  I hope a cheaper module with the
>> accessibility hooks will be in the works soonest.
>> 
>> Sincerely,
>> Olusegun
>> Denver, Colorado
>> 
>> 
>> ---
>> This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software.
>> https://www.avast.com/antivirus
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>> 
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>> 
>> ------------------------------
>> 
>> Message: 2
>> Date: Wed, 3 Feb 2016 10:02:13 -0600
>> From: krista erickson <kaerickson at stu.clcillinois.edu>
>> To: blindlaw at nfbnet.org
>> Subject: [blindlaw] Accessing the Website Core Grammar for Lawyers
>> Message-ID:
>>    <CAKHnX9QpbVxRtW7cQXd8ONPKynZzaPMb1YA62A8_LbonXrxh7w at mail.gmail.com>
>> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=UTF-8
>> 
>> Hello Blind Law Folks,
>> I'm new to the list and have just started coursework to earn my
>> paralegal certificate. For my introductory paralegal studies class, we
>> are required to complete the tests, lessons and exercises on a website
>> called Core Grammar for Lawyers.
>> www.coregrammar.com.
>> I am encountering some access issues with the exercises and am curious
>> if any of you have used this website (especially with IE 11 and JAWS
>> 17)? If you have, could you please let me know how you completed the
>> lesson exercises using screen reading software? Thanks.
>> Krista
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> ------------------------------
>> 
>> Message: 3
>> Date: Wed, 3 Feb 2016 16:13:49 +0000
>> From: Tai Tomasi <TTomasi at driowa.org>
>> To: Blind Law Mailing List <blindlaw at nfbnet.org>
>> Subject: Re: [blindlaw] Accessing the Website Core Grammar for Lawyers
>> Message-ID:
>>    <3C03C4556E00E849909020A575494CCAF325A5 at DSM-SBS.disabilityright.local>
>> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1"
>> 
>> I haven't used this software, but I took a quick look at the website. I
>> would contact Firestream Media and Claudia Fulshaw Design and encourage them
>> to make this software WCAG 2.0 compliant. WCAG stands for Web Content
>> Accessibility Guidelines. Google it for more information.
>> 
>> Best,
>> 
>> Tai Tomasi, J.D.
>> Staff Attorney
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 400 East Court Ave., Ste. 300
>> Des Moines, Iowa 50309
>> Tel: 515-278-2502; Toll Free: 1-800-779-2502
>> FAX: 515-278-0539; Relay 711
>> E-mail: tomasi at driowa.org
>> www.driowa.org
>> 
>> Our Mission:? To defend and promote the human and legal rights of Iowans
>> with disabilities
>> 
>> CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE
>> 
>> This e-mail and any attachments contain information from the law firm of
>> Disability Rights Iowa and are intended solely for the use of the named
>> recipient(s). This e-mail may contain privileged attorney-client
>> communications or work product. Any dissemination by anyone other than an
>> intended recipient is prohibited. If you are not a named recipient, you are
>> prohibited from any further viewing of the e-mail or any attachments or from
>> making any use of the e-mail or attachments. If you have received this
>> e-mail in error, notify the sender immediately and delete the e-mail, any
>> attachments, and all copies from any drives or storage media and destroy any
>> printouts.
>> 
>> 
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: blindlaw [mailto:blindlaw-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of krista
>> erickson via blindlaw
>> Sent: Wednesday, February 03, 2016 10:02 AM
>> To: blindlaw at nfbnet.org
>> Cc: krista erickson <kaerickson at stu.clcillinois.edu>
>> Subject: [blindlaw] Accessing the Website Core Grammar for Lawyers
>> 
>> Hello Blind Law Folks,
>> I'm new to the list and have just started coursework to earn my paralegal
>> certificate. For my introductory paralegal studies class, we are required to
>> complete the tests, lessons and exercises on a website called Core Grammar
>> for Lawyers.
>> www.coregrammar.com.
>> I am encountering some access issues with the exercises and am curious if
>> any of you have used this website (especially with IE 11 and JAWS 17)? If
>> you have, could you please let me know how you completed the lesson
>> exercises using screen reading software? Thanks.
>> Krista
>> 
>> _______________________________________________
>> blindlaw mailing list
>> blindlaw at nfbnet.org
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>> Message: 4
>> Date: Wed, 3 Feb 2016 11:33:27 -0500
>> From: Aimee Harwood <awildheir at gmail.com>
>> To: Blind Law Mailing List <blindlaw at nfbnet.org>
>> Subject: Re: [blindlaw] Accessing the Website Core Grammar for Lawyers
>> Message-ID: <AC107BCE-66FE-462C-8137-53E27D4F29E6 at gmail.com>
>> Content-Type: text/plain;    charset=us-ascii
>> 
>> For an idea in the interim, if you have access to an iPad, I had better luck
>> on that platform probably because it used the mobile site.
>> 
>> Aimee
>> 
>> Sent from my iPhone
>> 
>>> On Feb 3, 2016, at 11:13 AM, Tai Tomasi via blindlaw <blindlaw at nfbnet.org>
>>> wrote:
>>> 
>>> I haven't used this software, but I took a quick look at the website. I
>>> would contact Firestream Media and Claudia Fulshaw Design and encourage
>>> them to make this software WCAG 2.0 compliant. WCAG stands for Web Content
>>> Accessibility Guidelines. Google it for more information.
>>> 
>>> Best,
>>> 
>>> Tai Tomasi, J.D.
>>> Staff Attorney
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 400 East Court Ave., Ste. 300
>>> Des Moines, Iowa 50309
>>> Tel: 515-278-2502; Toll Free: 1-800-779-2502
>>> FAX: 515-278-0539; Relay 711
>>> E-mail: tomasi at driowa.org
>>> www.driowa.org
>>> 
>>> Our Mission:  To defend and promote the human and legal rights of Iowans
>>> with disabilities
>>> 
>>> CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE
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>>> destroy any printouts.
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>>> 
>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: blindlaw [mailto:blindlaw-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of krista
>>> erickson via blindlaw
>>> Sent: Wednesday, February 03, 2016 10:02 AM
>>> To: blindlaw at nfbnet.org
>>> Cc: krista erickson <kaerickson at stu.clcillinois.edu>
>>> Subject: [blindlaw] Accessing the Website Core Grammar for Lawyers
>>> 
>>> Hello Blind Law Folks,
>>> I'm new to the list and have just started coursework to earn my paralegal
>>> certificate. For my introductory paralegal studies class, we are required
>>> to complete the tests, lessons and exercises on a website called Core
>>> Grammar for Lawyers.
>>> www.coregrammar.com.
>>> I am encountering some access issues with the exercises and am curious if
>>> any of you have used this website (especially with IE 11 and JAWS 17)? If
>>> you have, could you please let me know how you completed the lesson
>>> exercises using screen reading software? Thanks.
>>> Krista
>>> 
>>> _______________________________________________
>>> blindlaw mailing list
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>> 
>> 
>> 
>> ------------------------------
>> 
>> Message: 5
>> Date: Wed, 3 Feb 2016 11:49:16 -0500
>> From: Luis Mendez <lmendez716 at gmail.com>
>> To: Blind Law Mailing List <blindlaw at nfbnet.org>
>> Subject: Re: [blindlaw] Completely accessible multifunction printer
>>    pricing.
>> Message-ID: <5726578C-C9E1-40FA-BAA5-2BC5A1191930 at gmail.com>
>> Content-Type: text/plain;    charset=us-ascii
>> 
>> Thanks for sharing this information.  Definitely out of my price range for
>> now.
>> 
>> Sent from my iPad
>> 
>>> On Feb 2, 2016, at 5:35 PM, Tai Tomasi via blindlaw <blindlaw at nfbnet.org>
>>> wrote:
>>> 
>>> My representative gives me the following pricing information. I have been
>>> told that there may be a model with this functionality for somewhere
>>> around $1400. See the below message.
>>> 
>>> Tai Tomasi, J.D., M.P.A.
>>> Staff Attorney
>>> Disability Rights Iowa
>>> Email: ttomasi at driowa.org<mailto:ttomasi at driowa.org>
>>> Sent from my iPhone. Please excuse my brevity and any grammatical errors.
>>> 
>>> Begin forwarded message:
>>> 
>>> From: Andy Stevens
>>> <astevens at kochbrothers.com<mailto:astevens at kochbrothers.com>>
>>> Date: February 1, 2016 at 2:19:38 PM CST
>>> To: 'Tai Tomasi' <TTomasi at driowa.org<mailto:TTomasi at driowa.org>>
>>> Subject: Koch Brothers - Samsung Pricing
>>> 
>>> Tai,
>>> 
>>> I gave you a price on your model that starts the line and is 25 pages per
>>> minute and then a price on the 60 pages per minute machine to give you a
>>> range of price on this line.
>>> 
>>> The 25 page per minute machine with no accessories just a stand would be
>>> around $79.00 a month on a lease.  The purchase price would be around
>>> $4,020.00 on that model.
>>> 
>>> The 60 page per minute machine with no accessories just a stand would be
>>> around 190.50 a month on a lease.  The purchase price  would be around
>>> $10,265.00 on that model.
>>> 
>>> Like I said in previous emails these prices are subject to change
>>> depending on current vendor contracts and also with adding accessories.
>>> If you have any questions please let me know.
>>> 
>>> Thanks!
>>> 
>>> Andy Stevens
>>> Territory Account Manager Equipment Division
>>> Koch Brothers
>>> Office: 515-244-4900
>>> Cell: 515-451-4104
>>> 
>>> astevens at kochbrothers.com<mailto:astevens at kochbrothers.com>
>>> www.kochbrothers.com<http://www.kochbrothers.com/>
>>> 
>>> [image002]
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> <image001.jpg>
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>> 
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>> ****************************************
> 
> 
> -- 
> Chris K. Stewart
> University of Kentucky College of Law, J.D. Candidate, 2016
> Senior Staff Editor, Kentucky Law Journal
> Co-President, American Constitution Society
> President, Election Law Society
> California Institute of the Arts, B.F.A. 2010
> Ph:
> (502)457-1757
> 
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From chris.stewart at uky.edu  Thu Feb  4 14:20:24 2016
From: chris.stewart at uky.edu (Stewart, Christopher K)
Date: Thu, 4 Feb 2016 09:20:24 -0500
Subject: [blindlaw] Core Grammar for Lawyers
In-Reply-To: <3F8DED0D-AF1F-4D54-9958-87A4332B7CCE@gmail.com>
References: <CAAyF1PAaS0R6juQZ7w=zoQsUwXzgEZdixto6C9xgYu5hodA1DA@mail.gmail.com>
	<3F8DED0D-AF1F-4D54-9958-87A4332B7CCE@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <CAAyF1PDxnTpcTcWGuFsTR4y7GPnOEU_iPnXZPuuPfzSw9-Kcjw@mail.gmail.com>

This actually makes me think that it may work with Firefox. It's not a
scientific study, but my experience has been that many websites which
work for Apple users, but don't work for Internet Explorer users,
frequently work with Firefox. I know the person asking the question
did so in regards to Internet Explorer, but Firefox is free, easy to
use with JAWS, and may offer a solution here.

Best,
Chris


On 2/4/16, Cody J. Davis <cjdavis9193 at gmail.com> wrote:
> I used the core grammar for lawyers pretest and subsequent modules and
> quizzes in my 1L year last year. I found all of it to be accessible using a
> Mac with Safari and the built-in screen reader voiceover. Though, I do think
> I had some issues navigating between modules and saying what modules I had
> already completed. Also, I would make sure to adjust your screen reader to
> pronounce all punctuation, as this caused me a few problems in the first few
> modules.
>
> CJD
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
>> On Feb 4, 2016, at 8:37 AM, Stewart, Christopher K via blindlaw
>> <blindlaw at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>
>> I had this program my 1L year. My memory is that the pre-test is
>> accessible, but none of the actual lessons are. Fortunately, I scored
>> high enough on the pretest that my legal writing instructor waived the
>> requirement. But, she also dropped a note to the creator at the time
>> encouraging the implementation of accessibility features. I'm
>> disappointed to hear her requests were ignored.
>>
>> My best advice is to try to work out an alternative for each of the
>> lessons with your instructor. In the meantime, you could also sign
>> this petition and distribute it to your friends demanding that
>> President Obama order the DOJ to release the regulations which would
>> apply the ADA to the internet.
>> https://petitions.whitehouse.gov/petition/direct-us-department-justice-promptly-release-ada-internet-regulations
>>
>>
>> Best,
>> Chris
>>
>>
>>> On 2/4/16, blindlaw-request at nfbnet.org <blindlaw-request at nfbnet.org>
>>> wrote:
>>> Send blindlaw mailing list submissions to
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>>> Today's Topics:
>>>
>>>   1. Re: Completely accessible multifunction printer pricing.
>>>      (Olusegun -- Victory Associates LTD, Inc.)
>>>   2. Accessing the Website Core Grammar for Lawyers (krista erickson)
>>>   3. Re: Accessing the Website Core Grammar for Lawyers (Tai Tomasi)
>>>   4. Re: Accessing the Website Core Grammar for Lawyers (Aimee Harwood)
>>>   5. Re: Completely accessible multifunction printer pricing.
>>>      (Luis Mendez)
>>>
>>>
>>> ----------------------------------------------------------------------
>>>
>>> Message: 1
>>> Date: Wed, 3 Feb 2016 08:48:09 -0700
>>> From: "Olusegun -- Victory Associates LTD, Inc."
>>>    <ukekearuaro at valtdnet.com>
>>> To: "Blind Law Mailing List" <blindlaw at nfbnet.org>
>>> Subject: Re: [blindlaw] Completely accessible multifunction printer
>>>    pricing.
>>> Message-ID: <ECC88EB0E34D469F942D65474FA8AF4D at victory2>
>>> Content-Type: text/plain; format=flowed; charset="iso-8859-1";
>>>    reply-type=original
>>>
>>> Wow, Tai, you beat me to it!  Whilst I may like this printer, the price
>>> is
>>> out of the ballpark presently.  I hope a cheaper module with the
>>> accessibility hooks will be in the works soonest.
>>>
>>> Sincerely,
>>> Olusegun
>>> Denver, Colorado
>>>
>>>
>>> ---
>>> This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software.
>>> https://www.avast.com/antivirus
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> ------------------------------
>>>
>>> Message: 2
>>> Date: Wed, 3 Feb 2016 10:02:13 -0600
>>> From: krista erickson <kaerickson at stu.clcillinois.edu>
>>> To: blindlaw at nfbnet.org
>>> Subject: [blindlaw] Accessing the Website Core Grammar for Lawyers
>>> Message-ID:
>>>    <CAKHnX9QpbVxRtW7cQXd8ONPKynZzaPMb1YA62A8_LbonXrxh7w at mail.gmail.com>
>>> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=UTF-8
>>>
>>> Hello Blind Law Folks,
>>> I'm new to the list and have just started coursework to earn my
>>> paralegal certificate. For my introductory paralegal studies class, we
>>> are required to complete the tests, lessons and exercises on a website
>>> called Core Grammar for Lawyers.
>>> www.coregrammar.com.
>>> I am encountering some access issues with the exercises and am curious
>>> if any of you have used this website (especially with IE 11 and JAWS
>>> 17)? If you have, could you please let me know how you completed the
>>> lesson exercises using screen reading software? Thanks.
>>> Krista
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> ------------------------------
>>>
>>> Message: 3
>>> Date: Wed, 3 Feb 2016 16:13:49 +0000
>>> From: Tai Tomasi <TTomasi at driowa.org>
>>> To: Blind Law Mailing List <blindlaw at nfbnet.org>
>>> Subject: Re: [blindlaw] Accessing the Website Core Grammar for Lawyers
>>> Message-ID:
>>>
>>> <3C03C4556E00E849909020A575494CCAF325A5 at DSM-SBS.disabilityright.local>
>>> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1"
>>>
>>> I haven't used this software, but I took a quick look at the website. I
>>> would contact Firestream Media and Claudia Fulshaw Design and encourage
>>> them
>>> to make this software WCAG 2.0 compliant. WCAG stands for Web Content
>>> Accessibility Guidelines. Google it for more information.
>>>
>>> Best,
>>>
>>> Tai Tomasi, J.D.
>>> Staff Attorney
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> 400 East Court Ave., Ste. 300
>>> Des Moines, Iowa 50309
>>> Tel: 515-278-2502; Toll Free: 1-800-779-2502
>>> FAX: 515-278-0539; Relay 711
>>> E-mail: tomasi at driowa.org
>>> www.driowa.org
>>>
>>> Our Mission:? To defend and promote the human and legal rights of Iowans
>>> with disabilities
>>>
>>> CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE
>>>
>>> This e-mail and any attachments contain information from the law firm of
>>> Disability Rights Iowa and are intended solely for the use of the named
>>> recipient(s). This e-mail may contain privileged attorney-client
>>> communications or work product. Any dissemination by anyone other than
>>> an
>>> intended recipient is prohibited. If you are not a named recipient, you
>>> are
>>> prohibited from any further viewing of the e-mail or any attachments or
>>> from
>>> making any use of the e-mail or attachments. If you have received this
>>> e-mail in error, notify the sender immediately and delete the e-mail,
>>> any
>>> attachments, and all copies from any drives or storage media and destroy
>>> any
>>> printouts.
>>>
>>>
>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: blindlaw [mailto:blindlaw-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of krista
>>> erickson via blindlaw
>>> Sent: Wednesday, February 03, 2016 10:02 AM
>>> To: blindlaw at nfbnet.org
>>> Cc: krista erickson <kaerickson at stu.clcillinois.edu>
>>> Subject: [blindlaw] Accessing the Website Core Grammar for Lawyers
>>>
>>> Hello Blind Law Folks,
>>> I'm new to the list and have just started coursework to earn my
>>> paralegal
>>> certificate. For my introductory paralegal studies class, we are required
>>> to
>>> complete the tests, lessons and exercises on a website called Core
>>> Grammar
>>> for Lawyers.
>>> www.coregrammar.com.
>>> I am encountering some access issues with the exercises and am curious
>>> if
>>> any of you have used this website (especially with IE 11 and JAWS 17)?
>>> If
>>> you have, could you please let me know how you completed the lesson
>>> exercises using screen reading software? Thanks.
>>> Krista
>>>
>>> _______________________________________________
>>> blindlaw mailing list
>>> blindlaw at nfbnet.org
>>> http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/blindlaw_nfbnet.org
>>> To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info for
>>> blindlaw:
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>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> ------------------------------
>>>
>>> Message: 4
>>> Date: Wed, 3 Feb 2016 11:33:27 -0500
>>> From: Aimee Harwood <awildheir at gmail.com>
>>> To: Blind Law Mailing List <blindlaw at nfbnet.org>
>>> Subject: Re: [blindlaw] Accessing the Website Core Grammar for Lawyers
>>> Message-ID: <AC107BCE-66FE-462C-8137-53E27D4F29E6 at gmail.com>
>>> Content-Type: text/plain;    charset=us-ascii
>>>
>>> For an idea in the interim, if you have access to an iPad, I had better
>>> luck
>>> on that platform probably because it used the mobile site.
>>>
>>> Aimee
>>>
>>> Sent from my iPhone
>>>
>>>> On Feb 3, 2016, at 11:13 AM, Tai Tomasi via blindlaw
>>>> <blindlaw at nfbnet.org>
>>>> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> I haven't used this software, but I took a quick look at the website. I
>>>> would contact Firestream Media and Claudia Fulshaw Design and encourage
>>>> them to make this software WCAG 2.0 compliant. WCAG stands for Web
>>>> Content
>>>> Accessibility Guidelines. Google it for more information.
>>>>
>>>> Best,
>>>>
>>>> Tai Tomasi, J.D.
>>>> Staff Attorney
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> 400 East Court Ave., Ste. 300
>>>> Des Moines, Iowa 50309
>>>> Tel: 515-278-2502; Toll Free: 1-800-779-2502
>>>> FAX: 515-278-0539; Relay 711
>>>> E-mail: tomasi at driowa.org
>>>> www.driowa.org
>>>>
>>>> Our Mission:  To defend and promote the human and legal rights of
>>>> Iowans
>>>> with disabilities
>>>>
>>>> CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE
>>>>
>>>> This e-mail and any attachments contain information from the law firm
>>>> of
>>>> Disability Rights Iowa and are intended solely for the use of the named
>>>> recipient(s). This e-mail may contain privileged attorney-client
>>>> communications or work product. Any dissemination by anyone other than
>>>> an
>>>> intended recipient is prohibited. If you are not a named recipient, you
>>>> are prohibited from any further viewing of the e-mail or any
>>>> attachments
>>>> or from making any use of the e-mail or attachments. If you have
>>>> received
>>>> this e-mail in error, notify the sender immediately and delete the
>>>> e-mail,
>>>> any attachments, and all copies from any drives or storage media and
>>>> destroy any printouts.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> -----Original Message-----
>>>> From: blindlaw [mailto:blindlaw-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of krista
>>>> erickson via blindlaw
>>>> Sent: Wednesday, February 03, 2016 10:02 AM
>>>> To: blindlaw at nfbnet.org
>>>> Cc: krista erickson <kaerickson at stu.clcillinois.edu>
>>>> Subject: [blindlaw] Accessing the Website Core Grammar for Lawyers
>>>>
>>>> Hello Blind Law Folks,
>>>> I'm new to the list and have just started coursework to earn my
>>>> paralegal
>>>> certificate. For my introductory paralegal studies class, we are
>>>> required
>>>> to complete the tests, lessons and exercises on a website called Core
>>>> Grammar for Lawyers.
>>>> www.coregrammar.com.
>>>> I am encountering some access issues with the exercises and am curious
>>>> if
>>>> any of you have used this website (especially with IE 11 and JAWS 17)?
>>>> If
>>>> you have, could you please let me know how you completed the lesson
>>>> exercises using screen reading software? Thanks.
>>>> Krista
>>>>
>>>> _______________________________________________
>>>> blindlaw mailing list
>>>> blindlaw at nfbnet.org
>>>> http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/blindlaw_nfbnet.org
>>>> To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info for
>>>> blindlaw:
>>>> http://nfbnet.org/mailman/options/blindlaw_nfbnet.org/ttomasi%40driowa.org
>>>>
>>>> _______________________________________________
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>>>> blindlaw at nfbnet.org
>>>> http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/blindlaw_nfbnet.org
>>>> To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info for
>>>> blindlaw:
>>>> http://nfbnet.org/mailman/options/blindlaw_nfbnet.org/awildheir%40gmail.com
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> ------------------------------
>>>
>>> Message: 5
>>> Date: Wed, 3 Feb 2016 11:49:16 -0500
>>> From: Luis Mendez <lmendez716 at gmail.com>
>>> To: Blind Law Mailing List <blindlaw at nfbnet.org>
>>> Subject: Re: [blindlaw] Completely accessible multifunction printer
>>>    pricing.
>>> Message-ID: <5726578C-C9E1-40FA-BAA5-2BC5A1191930 at gmail.com>
>>> Content-Type: text/plain;    charset=us-ascii
>>>
>>> Thanks for sharing this information.  Definitely out of my price range
>>> for
>>> now.
>>>
>>> Sent from my iPad
>>>
>>>> On Feb 2, 2016, at 5:35 PM, Tai Tomasi via blindlaw
>>>> <blindlaw at nfbnet.org>
>>>> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> My representative gives me the following pricing information. I have
>>>> been
>>>> told that there may be a model with this functionality for somewhere
>>>> around $1400. See the below message.
>>>>
>>>> Tai Tomasi, J.D., M.P.A.
>>>> Staff Attorney
>>>> Disability Rights Iowa
>>>> Email: ttomasi at driowa.org<mailto:ttomasi at driowa.org>
>>>> Sent from my iPhone. Please excuse my brevity and any grammatical
>>>> errors.
>>>>
>>>> Begin forwarded message:
>>>>
>>>> From: Andy Stevens
>>>> <astevens at kochbrothers.com<mailto:astevens at kochbrothers.com>>
>>>> Date: February 1, 2016 at 2:19:38 PM CST
>>>> To: 'Tai Tomasi' <TTomasi at driowa.org<mailto:TTomasi at driowa.org>>
>>>> Subject: Koch Brothers - Samsung Pricing
>>>>
>>>> Tai,
>>>>
>>>> I gave you a price on your model that starts the line and is 25 pages
>>>> per
>>>> minute and then a price on the 60 pages per minute machine to give you
>>>> a
>>>> range of price on this line.
>>>>
>>>> The 25 page per minute machine with no accessories just a stand would
>>>> be
>>>> around $79.00 a month on a lease.  The purchase price would be around
>>>> $4,020.00 on that model.
>>>>
>>>> The 60 page per minute machine with no accessories just a stand would
>>>> be
>>>> around 190.50 a month on a lease.  The purchase price  would be around
>>>> $10,265.00 on that model.
>>>>
>>>> Like I said in previous emails these prices are subject to change
>>>> depending on current vendor contracts and also with adding accessories.
>>>> If you have any questions please let me know.
>>>>
>>>> Thanks!
>>>>
>>>> Andy Stevens
>>>> Territory Account Manager Equipment Division
>>>> Koch Brothers
>>>> Office: 515-244-4900
>>>> Cell: 515-451-4104
>>>>
>>>> astevens at kochbrothers.com<mailto:astevens at kochbrothers.com>
>>>> www.kochbrothers.com<http://www.kochbrothers.com/>
>>>>
>>>> [image002]
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> <image001.jpg>
>>>> _______________________________________________
>>>> blindlaw mailing list
>>>> blindlaw at nfbnet.org
>>>> http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/blindlaw_nfbnet.org
>>>> To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info for
>>>> blindlaw:
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>>>
>>>
>>>
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>>> Subject: Digest Footer
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>>>
>>> End of blindlaw Digest, Vol 141, Issue 4
>>> ****************************************
>>
>>
>> --
>> Chris K. Stewart
>> University of Kentucky College of Law, J.D. Candidate, 2016
>> Senior Staff Editor, Kentucky Law Journal
>> Co-President, American Constitution Society
>> President, Election Law Society
>> California Institute of the Arts, B.F.A. 2010
>> Ph:
>> (502)457-1757
>>
>> _______________________________________________
>> blindlaw mailing list
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>> blindlaw:
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>


-- 
Chris K. Stewart
University of Kentucky College of Law, J.D. Candidate, 2016
Senior Staff Editor, Kentucky Law Journal
Co-President, American Constitution Society
President, Election Law Society
California Institute of the Arts, B.F.A. 2010
Ph:
(502)457-1757


From TTomasi at driowa.org  Thu Feb  4 14:26:05 2016
From: TTomasi at driowa.org (Tai Tomasi)
Date: Thu, 4 Feb 2016 14:26:05 +0000
Subject: [blindlaw] Core Grammar for Lawyers
In-Reply-To: <CAAyF1PDxnTpcTcWGuFsTR4y7GPnOEU_iPnXZPuuPfzSw9-Kcjw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAAyF1PAaS0R6juQZ7w=zoQsUwXzgEZdixto6C9xgYu5hodA1DA@mail.gmail.com>
	<3F8DED0D-AF1F-4D54-9958-87A4332B7CCE@gmail.com>
	<CAAyF1PDxnTpcTcWGuFsTR4y7GPnOEU_iPnXZPuuPfzSw9-Kcjw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <3C03C4556E00E849909020A575494CCAF32AEB@DSM-SBS.disabilityright.local>

In the acknowledgements section of the website, the author thanked someone for putting this into HTML 5 format. I was under the impression that HTML 5 is fairly accessible, so I was surprised it is not working properly. Perhaps I am mistaken about HTML 5. I too have had great luck with Firefox in situations where Internet Explorer let me down.

Tai Tomasi, J.D.
Staff Attorney



400 East Court Ave., Ste. 300
Des Moines, Iowa 50309
Tel: 515-278-2502; Toll Free: 1-800-779-2502
FAX: 515-278-0539; Relay 711
E-mail: tomasi at driowa.org
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-----Original Message-----
From: blindlaw [mailto:blindlaw-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Stewart, Christopher K via blindlaw
Sent: Thursday, February 04, 2016 8:20 AM
To: Cody J. Davis <cjdavis9193 at gmail.com>
Cc: Stewart, Christopher K <chris.stewart at uky.edu>; Blind Law Mailing List <blindlaw at nfbnet.org>
Subject: Re: [blindlaw] Core Grammar for Lawyers

This actually makes me think that it may work with Firefox. It's not a scientific study, but my experience has been that many websites which work for Apple users, but don't work for Internet Explorer users, frequently work with Firefox. I know the person asking the question did so in regards to Internet Explorer, but Firefox is free, easy to use with JAWS, and may offer a solution here.

Best,
Chris


On 2/4/16, Cody J. Davis <cjdavis9193 at gmail.com> wrote:
> I used the core grammar for lawyers pretest and subsequent modules and 
> quizzes in my 1L year last year. I found all of it to be accessible 
> using a Mac with Safari and the built-in screen reader voiceover. 
> Though, I do think I had some issues navigating between modules and 
> saying what modules I had already completed. Also, I would make sure 
> to adjust your screen reader to pronounce all punctuation, as this 
> caused me a few problems in the first few modules.
>
> CJD
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
>> On Feb 4, 2016, at 8:37 AM, Stewart, Christopher K via blindlaw 
>> <blindlaw at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>
>> I had this program my 1L year. My memory is that the pre-test is 
>> accessible, but none of the actual lessons are. Fortunately, I scored 
>> high enough on the pretest that my legal writing instructor waived 
>> the requirement. But, she also dropped a note to the creator at the 
>> time encouraging the implementation of accessibility features. I'm 
>> disappointed to hear her requests were ignored.
>>
>> My best advice is to try to work out an alternative for each of the 
>> lessons with your instructor. In the meantime, you could also sign 
>> this petition and distribute it to your friends demanding that 
>> President Obama order the DOJ to release the regulations which would 
>> apply the ADA to the internet.
>> https://petitions.whitehouse.gov/petition/direct-us-department-justic
>> e-promptly-release-ada-internet-regulations
>>
>>
>> Best,
>> Chris
>>
>>
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>>>
>>>   1. Re: Completely accessible multifunction printer pricing.
>>>      (Olusegun -- Victory Associates LTD, Inc.)
>>>   2. Accessing the Website Core Grammar for Lawyers (krista erickson)
>>>   3. Re: Accessing the Website Core Grammar for Lawyers (Tai Tomasi)
>>>   4. Re: Accessing the Website Core Grammar for Lawyers (Aimee Harwood)
>>>   5. Re: Completely accessible multifunction printer pricing.
>>>      (Luis Mendez)
>>>
>>>
>>> --------------------------------------------------------------------
>>> --
>>>
>>> Message: 1
>>> Date: Wed, 3 Feb 2016 08:48:09 -0700
>>> From: "Olusegun -- Victory Associates LTD, Inc."
>>>    <ukekearuaro at valtdnet.com>
>>> To: "Blind Law Mailing List" <blindlaw at nfbnet.org>
>>> Subject: Re: [blindlaw] Completely accessible multifunction printer
>>>    pricing.
>>> Message-ID: <ECC88EB0E34D469F942D65474FA8AF4D at victory2>
>>> Content-Type: text/plain; format=flowed; charset="iso-8859-1";
>>>    reply-type=original
>>>
>>> Wow, Tai, you beat me to it!  Whilst I may like this printer, the 
>>> price is out of the ballpark presently.  I hope a cheaper module 
>>> with the accessibility hooks will be in the works soonest.
>>>
>>> Sincerely,
>>> Olusegun
>>> Denver, Colorado
>>>
>>>
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>>> Message: 2
>>> Date: Wed, 3 Feb 2016 10:02:13 -0600
>>> From: krista erickson <kaerickson at stu.clcillinois.edu>
>>> To: blindlaw at nfbnet.org
>>> Subject: [blindlaw] Accessing the Website Core Grammar for Lawyers
>>> Message-ID:
>>>    
>>> <CAKHnX9QpbVxRtW7cQXd8ONPKynZzaPMb1YA62A8_LbonXrxh7w at mail.gmail.com>
>>> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=UTF-8
>>>
>>> Hello Blind Law Folks,
>>> I'm new to the list and have just started coursework to earn my 
>>> paralegal certificate. For my introductory paralegal studies class, 
>>> we are required to complete the tests, lessons and exercises on a 
>>> website called Core Grammar for Lawyers.
>>> www.coregrammar.com.
>>> I am encountering some access issues with the exercises and am 
>>> curious if any of you have used this website (especially with IE 11 
>>> and JAWS 17)? If you have, could you please let me know how you 
>>> completed the lesson exercises using screen reading software? Thanks.
>>> Krista
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> ------------------------------
>>>
>>> Message: 3
>>> Date: Wed, 3 Feb 2016 16:13:49 +0000
>>> From: Tai Tomasi <TTomasi at driowa.org>
>>> To: Blind Law Mailing List <blindlaw at nfbnet.org>
>>> Subject: Re: [blindlaw] Accessing the Website Core Grammar for 
>>> Lawyers
>>> Message-ID:
>>>
>>> <3C03C4556E00E849909020A575494CCAF325A5 at DSM-SBS.disabilityright.loca
>>> l>
>>> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1"
>>>
>>> I haven't used this software, but I took a quick look at the 
>>> website. I would contact Firestream Media and Claudia Fulshaw Design 
>>> and encourage them to make this software WCAG 2.0 compliant. WCAG 
>>> stands for Web Content Accessibility Guidelines. Google it for more 
>>> information.
>>>
>>> Best,
>>>
>>> Tai Tomasi, J.D.
>>> Staff Attorney
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> 400 East Court Ave., Ste. 300
>>> Des Moines, Iowa 50309
>>> Tel: 515-278-2502; Toll Free: 1-800-779-2502
>>> FAX: 515-278-0539; Relay 711
>>> E-mail: tomasi at driowa.org
>>> www.driowa.org
>>>
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>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: blindlaw [mailto:blindlaw-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of 
>>> krista erickson via blindlaw
>>> Sent: Wednesday, February 03, 2016 10:02 AM
>>> To: blindlaw at nfbnet.org
>>> Cc: krista erickson <kaerickson at stu.clcillinois.edu>
>>> Subject: [blindlaw] Accessing the Website Core Grammar for Lawyers
>>>
>>> Hello Blind Law Folks,
>>> I'm new to the list and have just started coursework to earn my 
>>> paralegal certificate. For my introductory paralegal studies class, 
>>> we are required to complete the tests, lessons and exercises on a 
>>> website called Core Grammar for Lawyers.
>>> www.coregrammar.com.
>>> I am encountering some access issues with the exercises and am 
>>> curious if any of you have used this website (especially with IE 11 
>>> and JAWS 17)?
>>> If
>>> you have, could you please let me know how you completed the lesson 
>>> exercises using screen reading software? Thanks.
>>> Krista
>>>
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>>> Message: 4
>>> Date: Wed, 3 Feb 2016 11:33:27 -0500
>>> From: Aimee Harwood <awildheir at gmail.com>
>>> To: Blind Law Mailing List <blindlaw at nfbnet.org>
>>> Subject: Re: [blindlaw] Accessing the Website Core Grammar for 
>>> Lawyers
>>> Message-ID: <AC107BCE-66FE-462C-8137-53E27D4F29E6 at gmail.com>
>>> Content-Type: text/plain;    charset=us-ascii
>>>
>>> For an idea in the interim, if you have access to an iPad, I had 
>>> better luck on that platform probably because it used the mobile 
>>> site.
>>>
>>> Aimee
>>>
>>> Sent from my iPhone
>>>
>>>> On Feb 3, 2016, at 11:13 AM, Tai Tomasi via blindlaw 
>>>> <blindlaw at nfbnet.org>
>>>> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> I haven't used this software, but I took a quick look at the 
>>>> website. I would contact Firestream Media and Claudia Fulshaw 
>>>> Design and encourage them to make this software WCAG 2.0 compliant. 
>>>> WCAG stands for Web Content Accessibility Guidelines. Google it for 
>>>> more information.
>>>>
>>>> Best,
>>>>
>>>> Tai Tomasi, J.D.
>>>> Staff Attorney
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> 400 East Court Ave., Ste. 300
>>>> Des Moines, Iowa 50309
>>>> Tel: 515-278-2502; Toll Free: 1-800-779-2502
>>>> FAX: 515-278-0539; Relay 711
>>>> E-mail: tomasi at driowa.org
>>>> www.driowa.org
>>>>
>>>> Our Mission:  To defend and promote the human and legal rights of 
>>>> Iowans with disabilities
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>>>> -----Original Message-----
>>>> From: blindlaw [mailto:blindlaw-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of 
>>>> krista erickson via blindlaw
>>>> Sent: Wednesday, February 03, 2016 10:02 AM
>>>> To: blindlaw at nfbnet.org
>>>> Cc: krista erickson <kaerickson at stu.clcillinois.edu>
>>>> Subject: [blindlaw] Accessing the Website Core Grammar for Lawyers
>>>>
>>>> Hello Blind Law Folks,
>>>> I'm new to the list and have just started coursework to earn my 
>>>> paralegal certificate. For my introductory paralegal studies class, 
>>>> we are required to complete the tests, lessons and exercises on a 
>>>> website called Core Grammar for Lawyers.
>>>> www.coregrammar.com.
>>>> I am encountering some access issues with the exercises and am 
>>>> curious if any of you have used this website (especially with IE 11 
>>>> and JAWS 17)?
>>>> If
>>>> you have, could you please let me know how you completed the lesson 
>>>> exercises using screen reading software? Thanks.
>>>> Krista
>>>>
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>>> Message: 5
>>> Date: Wed, 3 Feb 2016 11:49:16 -0500
>>> From: Luis Mendez <lmendez716 at gmail.com>
>>> To: Blind Law Mailing List <blindlaw at nfbnet.org>
>>> Subject: Re: [blindlaw] Completely accessible multifunction printer
>>>    pricing.
>>> Message-ID: <5726578C-C9E1-40FA-BAA5-2BC5A1191930 at gmail.com>
>>> Content-Type: text/plain;    charset=us-ascii
>>>
>>> Thanks for sharing this information.  Definitely out of my price 
>>> range for now.
>>>
>>> Sent from my iPad
>>>
>>>> On Feb 2, 2016, at 5:35 PM, Tai Tomasi via blindlaw 
>>>> <blindlaw at nfbnet.org>
>>>> wrote:
>>>>
>>>> My representative gives me the following pricing information. I 
>>>> have been told that there may be a model with this functionality 
>>>> for somewhere around $1400. See the below message.
>>>>
>>>> Tai Tomasi, J.D., M.P.A.
>>>> Staff Attorney
>>>> Disability Rights Iowa
>>>> Email: ttomasi at driowa.org<mailto:ttomasi at driowa.org>
>>>> Sent from my iPhone. Please excuse my brevity and any grammatical 
>>>> errors.
>>>>
>>>> Begin forwarded message:
>>>>
>>>> From: Andy Stevens
>>>> <astevens at kochbrothers.com<mailto:astevens at kochbrothers.com>>
>>>> Date: February 1, 2016 at 2:19:38 PM CST
>>>> To: 'Tai Tomasi' <TTomasi at driowa.org<mailto:TTomasi at driowa.org>>
>>>> Subject: Koch Brothers - Samsung Pricing
>>>>
>>>> Tai,
>>>>
>>>> I gave you a price on your model that starts the line and is 25 
>>>> pages per minute and then a price on the 60 pages per minute 
>>>> machine to give you a range of price on this line.
>>>>
>>>> The 25 page per minute machine with no accessories just a stand 
>>>> would be around $79.00 a month on a lease.  The purchase price 
>>>> would be around
>>>> $4,020.00 on that model.
>>>>
>>>> The 60 page per minute machine with no accessories just a stand 
>>>> would be around 190.50 a month on a lease.  The purchase price  
>>>> would be around
>>>> $10,265.00 on that model.
>>>>
>>>> Like I said in previous emails these prices are subject to change 
>>>> depending on current vendor contracts and also with adding accessories.
>>>> If you have any questions please let me know.
>>>>
>>>> Thanks!
>>>>
>>>> Andy Stevens
>>>> Territory Account Manager Equipment Division Koch Brothers
>>>> Office: 515-244-4900
>>>> Cell: 515-451-4104
>>>>
>>>> astevens at kochbrothers.com<mailto:astevens at kochbrothers.com>
>>>> www.kochbrothers.com<http://www.kochbrothers.com/>
>>>>
>>>> [image002]
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> <image001.jpg>
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>>
>>
>> --
>> Chris K. Stewart
>> University of Kentucky College of Law, J.D. Candidate, 2016 Senior 
>> Staff Editor, Kentucky Law Journal Co-President, American 
>> Constitution Society President, Election Law Society California 
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From Noel.Nightingale at ed.gov  Thu Feb  4 23:38:25 2016
From: Noel.Nightingale at ed.gov (Nightingale, Noel)
Date: Thu, 4 Feb 2016 23:38:25 +0000
Subject: [blindlaw] Accessibility Officer, Executive Office of the President,
 Job Announcement Number:  OA-16-11-TC-MP
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Link:
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/427284900

Text:
Job Title:  Accessibility Officer
Department:  Executive Office of the President
Agency:  Office of Administration

Job Announcement Number:  OA-16-11-TC-MP

SALARY RANGE:

$92,145.00 to $141,555.00 / Per Year

OPEN PERIOD:

Tuesday, January 26, 2016 to Tuesday, February 9, 2016

SERIES & GRADE:

GS-0301-13/14

POSITION INFORMATION:

Full Time - Permanent

PROMOTION POTENTIAL:

14

DUTY LOCATIONS:

1 vacancy in the following location:
Washington DC, DC View Map

WHO MAY APPLY:

Status Candidates (Merit Promotion and VEOA Eligibles)

SECURITY CLEARANCE:

Not Applicable

SUPERVISORY STATUS:

No

JOB SUMMARY:

Begin a challenging and exciting career with the Executive Office of the President (EOP) providing support to the President of the United States. The EOP has responsibility for tasks ranging from communicating the President's message to the American people to promoting our trade interests abroad. The EOP is comprised of The White House, Executive Residence, Office of the Vice President, Office of the United States Trade Representatives, Office of Science and Technology Policy, Office of National Drug Control Policy, Office of Management and Budget, National Security Staff, Council on Environmental Quality, Council of Economic Advisers, and the Office of Administration. The Office of Administration (OA) provides a full array of customer-based services to the EOP. To learn more about OA, please visit http://www.WhiteHouse.gov/OA.

This position is located in the Executive Office of the President (EOP), Office of Administration (OA), Office of Chief Administrative Officer (OCAO). The incumbent serves as the EOP Accessibility Officer, serving as the overall accessibility program manager and expert advisor for the various offices that contribute to the overall accessibility program set forth in the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, a complex law which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in federal agencies. The EOP is committed to being a model employer and strives to create and maintain a work environment which promotes and supports diversity and inclusion where services and opportunities are accessible to all qualified persons with disabilities. EOP buys, builds, maintains and uses electronics and information technology to make it accessible to people with disabilities (current employees as well as members of the public).

Promotion to the next highest grade level is neither guaranteed nor implied.

TRAVEL REQUIRED
•Not Required

RELOCATION AUTHORIZED
•No

KEY REQUIREMENTS
•Must be a U.S. citizen or national
•Selective Service registration if a male born after December 31, 1959
•Be at least 18 years old and obtain a favorable security determination
•Subject to pre-employment and random drug tests
•Direct Deposit is required
•RELOCATION EXPENSES WILL NOT BE PAID
•Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance

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DUTIES:
•Leads and coordinates all accessibility activities in accordance with the Rehabilitation Act.
•Establishes and implements agency policies, procedures, governance models, performance measurements, communications, and training initiatives.
•Leads and coordinates the agency's compliance activities and initiatives.
•Establishes compliance policies and procedures.
•Sets organizational goals for achieving compliance.
•Incorporates compliance requirements into the agency's procurement, development and maintenance life cycles.
•Provides for governance and oversight of all EOP accessibility projects.
•Serves as the Selective Placement Coordinator for individuals with disabilities.
•Serves as the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) on contracts related to accessibility programs on the EOP complex.
•Measures and reports on the effectiveness of compliance program activities.
•Provides training and marketing programs to effectively communicate Section 504 and Section 508 requirements throughout the EOP.
•Performs as a strategic partner across PITC organizations and other stakeholders, including technology providers, EEO staff members and reasonable accommodation officials, human resource staff, communications and training groups, OGC, and other federal accessibility program managers.
•Develops and maintains diversity metrics and a scorecard to measure success of accessibility programs within the EOP.

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QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: All applicants must meet the qualification requirements outlined below to be considered minimally qualified for this position.   The qualification requirements are in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standards. ALL QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE MET BY THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT.

TIME IN GRADE REQUIREMENT: Applicant must have completed a minimum of 52 weeks in positions no lower than the next lower grade or comparable pay band in the Federal service.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:  Applicants must have a minimum of one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility comparable to the next lower grade or comparable pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector.   Examples of specialized experience are:

For the GS-13: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level or comparable pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector performing the following: Establishing, coordinating, and setting organization goals for compliance activities and initiatives; providing training and marketing programs with Sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act; and advocating and negotiating for improved accessibility with internal and external technology providers and agency stakeholders.

For the GS-14: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level or comparable pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector performing the following: Establishing, coordinating, and setting organization goals for compliance activities and initiatives; establishing and implementing agency policies, procedures, governance models, performance measurements, communications, and training initiatives; providing training and marketing programs with Sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act; and advocating and negotiating for improved accessibility with internal and external technology providers and agency stakeholders.

Please see "Qualifications Required" for requirements of the position.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
How You Will Be Evaluated: Your resume will be evaluated to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required and the extent to which your application shows that you possess the specialized experience associated with this position.  Once minimum qualifications are determined, your resume will be ranked against the Quality Ranking Factors (QRFs) as addressed in the body of your resume.  Experience which demonstrates how you meet the QRFs should be clearly documented in your resume.

QUALITY RANKING FACTORS:   Address the following Quality Ranking Factors (QRFs)/Critical Elements within the body of your resume.
•In-depth knowledge of the Rehabilitation Act (especially Sections 504 and 508), which is a complex law which is ever-changing.
•Ability to effectively communicate the needs and requirements of the EOP and the potential benefits of meeting those needs throughout your organization.
•Ability to advocate and negotiate throughout the organization and externally for improved accessibility and expansion of overall reasonable accommodations in all aspects possible.
•Knowledge and experience in analyzing data and other analytic methods.
•Skill in oral and written communication in order to present and define program information, conduct briefings, write reports and correspondence on a variety of mission-related matters and to effect coordination and cooperation with agency officials.
•Knowledge of IT systems and products in order to successfully coordinate current programs as well as influence future modifications.
•Experience and knowledge of effective change management techniques, as incorporating accessibility compliance into an agency's operational and service delivery processes is complicated and touches a variety of fields (including but not limited to HR, legal, procurement, information technology, facilities, etc.).
•Knowledge of government and EOP acquisition policies, practices and procedures as well as functional relationships in order to coordinate accessibility requirements, monitor and execute duties as Contracting Officers Representatives for multiple contract providers.

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BENEFITS:
The federal government offers a comprehensive benefits package. Explore the major benefits offered to most federal employees at https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Pay_and_Benefits.

OTHER INFORMATION:
Information about ICTAP or CTAP eligibility is on the OPM's Career Transition Resources website at http://www.opm.gov/ictap/index.asp, under CTAP http://www.opm.gov/ctap/index.asp

Note: Under ICTAP and CTAP to be considered well qualified and referred you must earn a score of 85 or above on the rating criteria developed for this position.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Statement:  http://www.eeoc.gov/federal/index.cfm

Employment Information Resources - Resource Center:  https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Main_Page

Males born after 12-31-1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see http://www.sss.gov/)

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HOW TO APPLY:
To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Tuesday, February 09, 2016 to receive consideration.
•To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
•Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package.
•It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
•To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
•To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.

It is applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or faxed (i.e., resume, veteran's documentation, completed assessment, and SF-50's) is received and accurate.   Human Resources will not modify or change any part of your application.   If a document is not in legible format, applicant will not be able to view it in Application Manager which means   applicant must again upload or fax the documentation by the closing date of this announcement.

Application packages will NOT be accepted via mail.  Due to security processes, mail delivery takes approximately 2-3 weeks to process at which time the vacancy announcement will be closed and no further consideration will be given to additional application packages.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
All applicants are required to submit the following supporting document type(s):
   ·Resume

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From ETroutman at BrooksPierce.com  Fri Feb  5 14:33:07 2016
From: ETroutman at BrooksPierce.com (Elizabeth Troutman)
Date: Fri, 5 Feb 2016 14:33:07 +0000
Subject: [blindlaw] Core Grammar for Lawyers
Message-ID: <CABF6BB5407136429B53A0950AF860BA38FDE293@GSOEXC1.bpmhl.com>

I actually worked with some of the creators of CGL, professors at UNC. At the time I used it, it was accessible, so I'm not quite sure what is going on. In my experience generally, sometimes using the appropriate browser matters a lot. Anyway, what I can say is that the creators are committed to this issue. I reached out to one of them and she wrote back immediately with the following:



"I strongly encourage any student to communicate directly with CAP, the publisher of CGL. CAP would absolutely want to help provide the right materials. Don't contact Firestream media, by the way, because they just wrote the software-they're not tech support.



Contact: Scott Sipe, Carolina Academic Press, css at cap-press.com<mailto:css at cap-press.com>
Put "From student with accessibility request" in the subject line."

I hope this helps!

Best,
Elizabeth

Elizabeth Troutman
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From dandrews at visi.com  Sun Feb  7 15:53:18 2016
From: dandrews at visi.com (David Andrews)
Date: Sun, 07 Feb 2016 09:53:18 -0600
Subject: [blindlaw] Core Grammar for Lawyers
In-Reply-To: <3C03C4556E00E849909020A575494CCAF32AEB@DSM-SBS.disabilityr
	ight.local>
References: <CAAyF1PAaS0R6juQZ7w=zoQsUwXzgEZdixto6C9xgYu5hodA1DA@mail.gmail.com>
	<3F8DED0D-AF1F-4D54-9958-87A4332B7CCE@gmail.com>
	<CAAyF1PDxnTpcTcWGuFsTR4y7GPnOEU_iPnXZPuuPfzSw9-Kcjw@mail.gmail.com>
	<3C03C4556E00E849909020A575494CCAF32AEB@DSM-SBS.disabilityright.local>
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HTML5 has stuff in it that makes it easier for a developer to include 
accessibility in her pages, but it is not automatic.  The stuff has 
to be used, so simply using HTML5 does not guarantee accessibility.

Dave

At 08:26 AM 2/4/2016, you wrote:
>In the acknowledgements section of the website, the author thanked 
>someone for putting this into HTML 5 format. I was under the 
>impression that HTML 5 is fairly accessible, so I was surprised it 
>is not working properly. Perhaps I am mistaken about HTML 5. I too 
>have had great luck with Firefox in situations where Internet 
>Explorer let me down.
>
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>-----Original Message-----
>From: blindlaw [mailto:blindlaw-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of 
>Stewart, Christopher K via blindlaw
>Sent: Thursday, February 04, 2016 8:20 AM
>To: Cody J. Davis <cjdavis9193 at gmail.com>
>Cc: Stewart, Christopher K <chris.stewart at uky.edu>; Blind Law 
>Mailing List <blindlaw at nfbnet.org>
>Subject: Re: [blindlaw] Core Grammar for Lawyers
>
>This actually makes me think that it may work with Firefox. It's not 
>a scientific study, but my experience has been that many websites 
>which work for Apple users, but don't work for Internet Explorer 
>users, frequently work with Firefox. I know the person asking the 
>question did so in regards to Internet Explorer, but Firefox is 
>free, easy to use with JAWS, and may offer a solution here.
>
>Best,
>Chris
>
>
>On 2/4/16, Cody J. Davis <cjdavis9193 at gmail.com> wrote:
> > I used the core grammar for lawyers pretest and subsequent modules and
> > quizzes in my 1L year last year. I found all of it to be accessible
> > using a Mac with Safari and the built-in screen reader voiceover.
> > Though, I do think I had some issues navigating between modules and
> > saying what modules I had already completed. Also, I would make sure
> > to adjust your screen reader to pronounce all punctuation, as this
> > caused me a few problems in the first few modules.
> >
> > CJD
> >
> > Sent from my iPhone
> >
> >> On Feb 4, 2016, at 8:37 AM, Stewart, Christopher K via blindlaw
> >> <blindlaw at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> >>
> >> I had this program my 1L year. My memory is that the pre-test is
> >> accessible, but none of the actual lessons are. Fortunately, I scored
> >> high enough on the pretest that my legal writing instructor waived
> >> the requirement. But, she also dropped a note to the creator at the
> >> time encouraging the implementation of accessibility features. I'm
> >> disappointed to hear her requests were ignored.
> >>
> >> My best advice is to try to work out an alternative for each of the
> >> lessons with your instructor. In the meantime, you could also sign
> >> this petition and distribute it to your friends demanding that
> >> President Obama order the DOJ to release the regulations which would
> >> apply the ADA to the internet.
> >> https://petitions.whitehouse.gov/petition/direct-us-department-justic
> >> e-promptly-release-ada-internet-regulations
> >>
> >>
> >> Best,
> >> Chris
> >>
> >>
> >>> On 2/4/16, blindlaw-request at nfbnet.org <blindlaw-request at nfbnet.org>
> >>> wrote:
> >>> Send blindlaw mailing list submissions to
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> >>> Today's Topics:
> >>>
> >>>   1. Re: Completely accessible multifunction printer pricing.
> >>>      (Olusegun -- Victory Associates LTD, Inc.)
> >>>   2. Accessing the Website Core Grammar for Lawyers (krista erickson)
> >>>   3. Re: Accessing the Website Core Grammar for Lawyers (Tai Tomasi)
> >>>   4. Re: Accessing the Website Core Grammar for Lawyers (Aimee Harwood)
> >>>   5. Re: Completely accessible multifunction printer pricing.
> >>>      (Luis Mendez)
> >>>
> >>>
> >>> --------------------------------------------------------------------
> >>> --
> >>>
> >>> Message: 1
> >>> Date: Wed, 3 Feb 2016 08:48:09 -0700
> >>> From: "Olusegun -- Victory Associates LTD, Inc."
> >>>    <ukekearuaro at valtdnet.com>
> >>> To: "Blind Law Mailing List" <blindlaw at nfbnet.org>
> >>> Subject: Re: [blindlaw] Completely accessible multifunction printer
> >>>    pricing.
> >>> Message-ID: <ECC88EB0E34D469F942D65474FA8AF4D at victory2>
> >>> Content-Type: text/plain; format=flowed; charset="iso-8859-1";
> >>>    reply-type=original
> >>>
> >>> Wow, Tai, you beat me to it!  Whilst I may like this printer, the
> >>> price is out of the ballpark presently.  I hope a cheaper module
> >>> with the accessibility hooks will be in the works soonest.
> >>>
> >>> Sincerely,
> >>> Olusegun
> >>> Denver, Colorado
> >>>
> >>>
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> >>> ------------------------------
> >>>
> >>> Message: 2
> >>> Date: Wed, 3 Feb 2016 10:02:13 -0600
> >>> From: krista erickson <kaerickson at stu.clcillinois.edu>
> >>> To: blindlaw at nfbnet.org
> >>> Subject: [blindlaw] Accessing the Website Core Grammar for Lawyers
> >>> Message-ID:
> >>>
> >>> <CAKHnX9QpbVxRtW7cQXd8ONPKynZzaPMb1YA62A8_LbonXrxh7w at mail.gmail.com>
> >>> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=UTF-8
> >>>
> >>> Hello Blind Law Folks,
> >>> I'm new to the list and have just started coursework to earn my
> >>> paralegal certificate. For my introductory paralegal studies class,
> >>> we are required to complete the tests, lessons and exercises on a
> >>> website called Core Grammar for Lawyers.
> >>> www.coregrammar.com.
> >>> I am encountering some access issues with the exercises and am
> >>> curious if any of you have used this website (especially with IE 11
> >>> and JAWS 17)? If you have, could you please let me know how you
> >>> completed the lesson exercises using screen reading software? Thanks.
> >>> Krista
> >>>
> >>>
> >>>
> >>> ------------------------------
> >>>
> >>> Message: 3
> >>> Date: Wed, 3 Feb 2016 16:13:49 +0000
> >>> From: Tai Tomasi <TTomasi at driowa.org>
> >>> To: Blind Law Mailing List <blindlaw at nfbnet.org>
> >>> Subject: Re: [blindlaw] Accessing the Website Core Grammar for
> >>> Lawyers
> >>> Message-ID:
> >>>
> >>> <3C03C4556E00E849909020A575494CCAF325A5 at DSM-SBS.disabilityright.loca
> >>> l>
> >>> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1"
> >>>
> >>> I haven't used this software, but I took a quick look at the
> >>> website. I would contact Firestream Media and Claudia Fulshaw Design
> >>> and encourage them to make this software WCAG 2.0 compliant. WCAG
> >>> stands for Web Content Accessibility Guidelines. Google it for more
> >>> information.
> >>>
> >>> Best,
> >>>
> >>> Tai Tomasi, J.D.
> >>> Staff Attorney
> >>>
> >>>
> >>>
> >>> 400 East Court Ave., Ste. 300
> >>> Des Moines, Iowa 50309
> >>> Tel: 515-278-2502; Toll Free: 1-800-779-2502
> >>> FAX: 515-278-0539; Relay 711
> >>> E-mail: tomasi at driowa.org
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> >>> krista erickson via blindlaw
> >>> Sent: Wednesday, February 03, 2016 10:02 AM
> >>> To: blindlaw at nfbnet.org
> >>> Cc: krista erickson <kaerickson at stu.clcillinois.edu>
> >>> Subject: [blindlaw] Accessing the Website Core Grammar for Lawyers
> >>>
> >>> Hello Blind Law Folks,
> >>> I'm new to the list and have just started coursework to earn my
> >>> paralegal certificate. For my introductory paralegal studies class,
> >>> we are required to complete the tests, lessons and exercises on a
> >>> website called Core Grammar for Lawyers.
> >>> www.coregrammar.com.
> >>> I am encountering some access issues with the exercises and am
> >>> curious if any of you have used this website (especially with IE 11
> >>> and JAWS 17)?
> >>> If
> >>> you have, could you please let me know how you completed the lesson
> >>> exercises using screen reading software? Thanks.
> >>> Krista
> >>>
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> >>>
> >>>
> >>> ------------------------------
> >>>
> >>> Message: 4
> >>> Date: Wed, 3 Feb 2016 11:33:27 -0500
> >>> From: Aimee Harwood <awildheir at gmail.com>
> >>> To: Blind Law Mailing List <blindlaw at nfbnet.org>
> >>> Subject: Re: [blindlaw] Accessing the Website Core Grammar for
> >>> Lawyers
> >>> Message-ID: <AC107BCE-66FE-462C-8137-53E27D4F29E6 at gmail.com>
> >>> Content-Type: text/plain;    charset=us-ascii
> >>>
> >>> For an idea in the interim, if you have access to an iPad, I had
> >>> better luck on that platform probably because it used the mobile
> >>> site.
> >>>
> >>> Aimee
> >>>
> >>> Sent from my iPhone
> >>>
> >>>> On Feb 3, 2016, at 11:13 AM, Tai Tomasi via blindlaw
> >>>> <blindlaw at nfbnet.org>
> >>>> wrote:
> >>>>
> >>>> I haven't used this software, but I took a quick look at the
> >>>> website. I would contact Firestream Media and Claudia Fulshaw
> >>>> Design and encourage them to make this software WCAG 2.0 compliant.
> >>>> WCAG stands for Web Content Accessibility Guidelines. Google it for
> >>>> more information.
> >>>>
> >>>> Best,
> >>>>
> >>>> Tai Tomasi, J.D.
> >>>> Staff Attorney
> >>>>
> >>>>
> >>>>
> >>>> 400 East Court Ave., Ste. 300
> >>>> Des Moines, Iowa 50309
> >>>> Tel: 515-278-2502; Toll Free: 1-800-779-2502
> >>>> FAX: 515-278-0539; Relay 711
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> >>>> From: blindlaw [mailto:blindlaw-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
> >>>> krista erickson via blindlaw
> >>>> Sent: Wednesday, February 03, 2016 10:02 AM
> >>>> To: blindlaw at nfbnet.org
> >>>> Cc: krista erickson <kaerickson at stu.clcillinois.edu>
> >>>> Subject: [blindlaw] Accessing the Website Core Grammar for Lawyers
> >>>>
> >>>> Hello Blind Law Folks,
> >>>> I'm new to the list and have just started coursework to earn my
> >>>> paralegal certificate. For my introductory paralegal studies class,
> >>>> we are required to complete the tests, lessons and exercises on a
> >>>> website called Core Grammar for Lawyers.
> >>>> www.coregrammar.com.
> >>>> I am encountering some access issues with the exercises and am
> >>>> curious if any of you have used this website (especially with IE 11
> >>>> and JAWS 17)?
> >>>> If
> >>>> you have, could you please let me know how you completed the lesson
> >>>> exercises using screen reading software? Thanks.
> >>>> Krista
> >>>>
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> >>>
> >>>
> >>>
> >>> ------------------------------
> >>>
> >>> Message: 5
> >>> Date: Wed, 3 Feb 2016 11:49:16 -0500
> >>> From: Luis Mendez <lmendez716 at gmail.com>
> >>> To: Blind Law Mailing List <blindlaw at nfbnet.org>
> >>> Subject: Re: [blindlaw] Completely accessible multifunction printer
> >>>    pricing.
> >>> Message-ID: <5726578C-C9E1-40FA-BAA5-2BC5A1191930 at gmail.com>
> >>> Content-Type: text/plain;    charset=us-ascii
> >>>
> >>> Thanks for sharing this information.  Definitely out of my price
> >>> range for now.
> >>>
> >>> Sent from my iPad
> >>>
> >>>> On Feb 2, 2016, at 5:35 PM, Tai Tomasi via blindlaw
> >>>> <blindlaw at nfbnet.org>
> >>>> wrote:
> >>>>
> >>>> My representative gives me the following pricing information. I
> >>>> have been told that there may be a model with this functionality
> >>>> for somewhere around $1400. See the below message.
> >>>>
> >>>> Tai Tomasi, J.D., M.P.A.
> >>>> Staff Attorney
> >>>> Disability Rights Iowa
> >>>> Email: ttomasi at driowa.org<mailto:ttomasi at driowa.org>
> >>>> Sent from my iPhone. Please excuse my brevity and any grammatical
> >>>> errors.
> >>>>
> >>>> Begin forwarded message:
> >>>>
> >>>> From: Andy Stevens
> >>>> <astevens at kochbrothers.com<mailto:astevens at kochbrothers.com>>
> >>>> Date: February 1, 2016 at 2:19:38 PM CST
> >>>> To: 'Tai Tomasi' <TTomasi at driowa.org<mailto:TTomasi at driowa.org>>
> >>>> Subject: Koch Brothers - Samsung Pricing
> >>>>
> >>>> Tai,
> >>>>
> >>>> I gave you a price on your model that starts the line and is 25
> >>>> pages per minute and then a price on the 60 pages per minute
> >>>> machine to give you a range of price on this line.
> >>>>
> >>>> The 25 page per minute machine with no accessories just a stand
> >>>> would be around $79.00 a month on a lease.  The purchase price
> >>>> would be around
> >>>> $4,020.00 on that model.
> >>>>
> >>>> The 60 page per minute machine with no accessories just a stand
> >>>> would be around 190.50 a month on a lease.  The purchase price
> >>>> would be around
> >>>> $10,265.00 on that model.
> >>>>
> >>>> Like I said in previous emails these prices are subject to change
> >>>> depending on current vendor contracts and also with adding accessories.
> >>>> If you have any questions please let me know.
> >>>>
> >>>> Thanks!
> >>>>
> >>>> Andy Stevens
> >>>> Territory Account Manager Equipment Division Koch Brothers
> >>>> Office: 515-244-4900
> >>>> Cell: 515-451-4104
> >>>>
> >>>> astevens at kochbrothers.com<mailto:astevens at kochbrothers.com>
> >>>> www.kochbrothers.com<http://www.kochbrothers.com/>
> >>>>
> >>>> [image002]
> >>>>
> >>>>
> >>>>
> >>>> <image001.jpg>
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From davant1958 at gmail.com  Mon Feb  8 14:24:07 2016
From: davant1958 at gmail.com (Denise Avant)
Date: Mon, 8 Feb 2016 08:24:07 -0600
Subject: [blindlaw] {Disarmed} Fwd: Now Accepting Nominations for the 2016
	Paul G. Hearne Award for Disability Rights
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> Begin forwarded message:
> 
> From: "ABA Commission on Disability Rights" <cdr at americanbar.org>
> Subject: Now Accepting Nominations for the 2016 Paul G. Hearne Award for Disability Rights
> Date: February 8, 2016 at 6:57:00 AM CST
> To: davant1958 at GMAIL.COM
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> 
>  
>  <heep://www.americanbar.org/disability> 
> 
> Call for Nominations --
> 2016 Paul G. Hearne Award for Disability Rights
>  
> Do you know an outstanding advocate for persons with disabilities who has achieved professional excellence in his or her field?
> The ABA Commission on Disability Rights is seeking nominations for the 2016 Paul G. Hearne Award for Disability Rights. This award will be presented at a reception during the 2016 ABA Annual Meeting in San Francisco, CA on Monday, August 08, 2016 at the Moscone Center West.
> 
> Submit your nomination <http://maestro.abanet.org/trk/click?ref=zpqri74vj_4-2b6b8x335a74x017998&>
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From Noel.Nightingale at ed.gov  Mon Feb  8 17:01:10 2016
From: Noel.Nightingale at ed.gov (Nightingale, Noel)
Date: Mon, 8 Feb 2016 17:01:10 +0000
Subject: [blindlaw] Now Accepting Nominations for the 2016 Paul G. Hearne
 Award for Disability Rights
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From: ABA Commission on Disability Rights [mailto:cdr at americanbar.org]
Sent: Monday, February 08, 2016 4:57 AM
Subject: Now Accepting Nominations for the 2016 Paul G. Hearne Award for Disability Rights



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Call for Nominations --
2016 Paul G. Hearne Award for Disability Rights




Do you know an outstanding advocate for persons with disabilities who has achieved professional excellence in his or her field?
The ABA Commission on Disability Rights is seeking nominations for the 2016 Paul G. Hearne Award for Disability Rights. This award will be presented at a reception during the 2016 ABA Annual Meeting in San Francisco, CA on Monday, August 08, 2016 at the Moscone Center West.

Submit your nomination<http://maestro.abanet.org/trk/click?ref=zpqri74vj_4-2b6b8x335a74x026142&>

The deadline to submit the nomination form and supporting materials is the close of business on Monday, April 25, 2016.

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If you have further questions, please contact Michael Stratton at 202-662-1571 or via email at Michael.Stratton at americanbar.org<mailto:michael.stratton at americanbar.org>.
Thank You!

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From Noel.Nightingale at ed.gov  Mon Feb  8 22:47:21 2016
From: Noel.Nightingale at ed.gov (Nightingale, Noel)
Date: Mon, 8 Feb 2016 22:47:21 +0000
Subject: [blindlaw] Staff Attorney job announcement,
 Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, 
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Link:
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Text:



Grade: 128 Step: 1-6 WC: 14



Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation

Human Resources Office P.O. Box 150 Nespelem, WA 99155

(800) 506-9434 (509) 634-2842 Fax (509) 634-2864 www.colvilletribes.com

POSITION: Staff Attorney

SALARY: DOE (Based on non-ORA attorney salary scale)

REPORTS TO: Legal Office Director

LOCATION: Nespelem, Washington

BASIC FUNCTIONS: The incumbent of this position will provide civil legal services to Tribal Members with priority given to the following areas: drafting wills and other legal instruments and providing advocacy and representation in SSI/Social Security disability claims, education-related matters, youth offenses/delinquencies, and MINOC's/dependencies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Training:

* Must be a member of the Washington State Bar Association or able to obtain admission through reciprocity, in which case must become a member of the Washington State Bar Association at earliest opportunity. Admission to the Washington State Bar is required within one (1) year of employment.

* Must be a member of the Colville Tribal Bar or pass the Tribal Bar and be admitted to practice in Colville Tribal Court within ninety (90) days of hire.

* Must be a member in good standing with all bars to which attorney is admitted with no pending ethical complaints.



Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

* Experience and skill as a licensed attorney.

* Maturity; commitment to serving indigent community with a wide range of legal issues; and ability to relate to clients.

* Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing (writing sample is required).

* Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively managing a high volume of cases.

* Competence with relevant technology and legal research techniques.

* Willingness to comply with applicable ethical standards and to work in cooperation with others.

* Experience providing advocacy and representation for disfavored and challenging clients.

* Practical understanding of Indian Law.

* Experience working in Indian Country.

* Experience with all stages of civil litigation.

* Experience representing children/juveniles.

* Experience with education-related matters (school discipline and special education) and SSI/Social Security disability claims.

* Experience drafting wills, advance directives, and powers of attorney.

* Experience working with clients with chemical dependency and mental health histories.

* Experience in poverty law preferred.



SUPPORTING MATERIALS AND TRIBAL APPLICATION MUST BE SUBMITTED TO HUMAN RESOURCES

NOTE: Pursuant to Tribal Policy, this position is subject to pre-employment, random, post accident and reasonable suspicion drug testing.

TRIBAL MEMBER AND INDIAN PREFERENCE WILL APPLY; PREFERENCE WILL ALSO BE GIVEN TO HONORABLY DISCHARGED VETERANS WHO ARE MINIMALLY QUALIFIED WITHIN EACH INDIAN PREFERENCE CODE.

Must possess and maintain a valid Washington State driver's license and be eligible for the Tribes' Vehicle Insurance. In addition, this position is subject to pre-employment, credit/financial and criminal background clearances. These clearances must be maintained throughout employment. Grade: 128 Step: 1-6 WC: 14



G-7656 HRST 1215

NEW Bulletin: Effective May 12, 2014: Notifications from the Human Resources will be sent by E-mail, please make sure your email address is entered on your application.

CLOSING DATE: This position is Open until Filled with an initial review date of Monday, February 29, 2016.

INFORMATION: Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation

Human Resources Office

P. O. Box 150

Nespelem, WA 99155

(509) 634-2842

matilda.bob at colvilletribes.com
G-7656 HRST 1215

From Noel.Nightingale at ed.gov  Tue Feb  9 16:43:47 2016
From: Noel.Nightingale at ed.gov (Nightingale, Noel)
Date: Tue, 9 Feb 2016 16:43:47 +0000
Subject: [blindlaw] FW: DOJ Jobs
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From: Jobs [mailto:jobs-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Maurer, Patricia via Jobs
Sent: Tuesday, February 09, 2016 8:27 AM
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Cc: Maurer, Patricia
Subject: [Jobs] FW: DOJ Jobs



From: Jobs, CRT (CRT) [mailto:CRT.Jobs at usdoj.gov]
Sent: Tuesday, February 09, 2016 11:15 AM
Subject: DOJ Jobs

The Civil Rights Division (Division) would like to thank each of you for participating in our efforts to increase outreach to individuals interested in working for the Division.  The Division hopes to attract a broad and diverse pool of qualified applicants, and, to that end, encourages you to forward this information to any qualified applicants, including qualified applicants with disabilities, who may be interested in working for the Division.

For your convenience, all current Division job announcements that are open to the public are listed below.  Please also remind members of your organization that all job announcements can always be found on the Division’s homepage, http://www.justice.gov/crt/employment.  In addition, if you know of other organizations that might want to receive our job announcements, please let them know the process is very simple.  They just need to send an email to CRT.Jobs at usdoj.gov<mailto:CRT.Jobs at usdoj.gov>.  There are no elaborate forms to fill out – just an email indicating that the organization wishes to receive future job listings and the e-mail address for us to contact them.  Please do not hesitate to let us know if you have suggestions on how we can improve our outreach efforts.

The chart below includes the Civil Rights Division job opportunities currently available to the public.

Remarks

Position

Salary

Closing Date

NEW

Trial Attorney<https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/428499400>
Educational Opportunities Section

GS-905-13/15 ($92,145 to $160,300 per year)
NON-REIMBURSABLE DETAIL FOR CURRENT FEDERAL EMPLOYEES

2/12/16

NEW

Attorney Adviser (Senior Counsel for Human Trafficking)<https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/428559400>
Criminal Section

GS-905-15 ($128,082 to $160,300 per year)

2/29/16

NEW

Attorney Adviser<https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/428412400>
Criminal Section

GS-905-14/15 ($108,887 to $160,300 per year)

2/29/16


Chief<https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/427015700>
Housing and Civil Enforcement Section

ES-905 ($123,175 to $185,100 per year)

2/12/16


Chief<https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/427164700>
Educational Opportunities Section

ES-905 ($123,175 to $185,100 per year)

2/16/16


Principal Deputy Chief<https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/427164800>
Special Litigation Section

ES-905 ($123,175 to $185,100 per year)

2/16/16


Supervisory Trial Attorney (Deputy Chief)<https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/427407800>
Criminal Section

GS-905-15 ($128,082 to $160,300 per year)

2/22/16


Supervisory Paralegal Specialist<https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/426461500>
Appellate Section

GS-950-12 ($77,490 to $100,736 per year)

2/11/16



Student Volunteers (Division-wide)<http://www.justice.gov/crt/employment/vol_intern_opps.php>

N/A (Volunteer)

See Description



Individuals interested in applying for these positions should comply with the application procedures and closing dates in the vacancy announcement.  The Division does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications (i.e., those not submitted in response to a particular vacancy announcement).  If you need more information about a specific Civil Rights Division vacancy, please call the Human Resources Office, Team 1 on (202) 514-3934.

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From Noel.Nightingale at ed.gov  Tue Feb  9 22:31:36 2016
From: Noel.Nightingale at ed.gov (Nightingale, Noel)
Date: Tue, 9 Feb 2016 22:31:36 +0000
Subject: [blindlaw] {Disarmed} FW: [Suspect Bulk Mail] Special Alert! White
 House Seeking Accessibility Officer
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Sorry for the last minute forward.

From: AAPD Communications [mailto:communications at aapd.com]
Sent: Friday, January 29, 2016 8:33 AM
To: Nightingale, Noel
Subject: [Suspect Bulk Mail] Special Alert! White House Seeking Accessibility Officer




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From Noel.Nightingale at ed.gov  Thu Feb 11 18:59:16 2016
From: Noel.Nightingale at ed.gov (Nightingale, Noel)
Date: Thu, 11 Feb 2016 18:59:16 +0000
Subject: [blindlaw] FW: [WADA] Fwd: FPD Job Announcement - for WADA Members
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From: WashingtonAttorneyswithDisabilitiesAssociation at googlegroups.com [mailto:WashingtonAttorneyswithDisabilitiesAssociation at googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Conrad Reynoldson
Sent: Wednesday, February 10, 2016 2:01 PM
To: WashingtonAttorneyswithDisabilitiesAssociation at googlegroups.com
Subject: [WADA] Fwd: FPD Job Announcement - for WADA Members


Conrad Reynoldson
Attorney at Law

CONFIDENTIAL NOTICE: If you are not the intended recipient of this message, you are not authorized to intercept, read, print, retain, copy, forward, or disseminate this communication. This communication may contain information that is proprietary, attorney/client privileged, attorney work product, confidential or otherwise legally exempt from disclosure. If you have received this message in error, please notify the sender immediately either by phone or by return e-mail, and destroy all copies of this message, electronic, paper, or otherwise.

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From: Madeline Scarp <Madeline_Scarp at fd.org<mailto:Madeline_Scarp at fd.org>>
Date: Wed, Feb 10, 2016 at 12:29 PM
Subject: FPD Job Announcement - for WADA Members
To: conrad3445 at gmail.com<mailto:conrad3445 at gmail.com>


Dear Conrad,

I understand you are the new president of the Washington Attorneys with Disabilities Assoication. Congratulations!

From time to time, I used to email Noel job announcements for the Office of the Federal Public (Seattle and Tacoma offices). I hope you don't mind if I continue sending them to you. If I should direct this communication elsewhere, please don't hesitate to let me know.

Our office is hiring for a full-time temporary Assistant Federal Defender in the Seattle office. We would appreciate it if you would share the attached announcement with WADA members.



Thank you,

Madeline Scarp, Administrative Assistant
Federal Public Defender - Western District of Washington
1601 Fifth Avenue, Suite 700 | Seattle, WA 98101

Tel: (206) 553-1100 ext. 225<tel:%28206%29%20553-1100%20ext.%20225>
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From Noel.Nightingale at ed.gov  Fri Feb 12 17:19:37 2016
From: Noel.Nightingale at ed.gov (Nightingale, Noel)
Date: Fri, 12 Feb 2016 17:19:37 +0000
Subject: [blindlaw] FW: Attorney Vacancies Update
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This job with DOJ sounds like it would be very interesting.

From: U.S. Department of Justice [mailto:usdoj at public.govdelivery.com]
Sent: Friday, February 12, 2016 9:17 AM
To: Nightingale, Noel
Subject: Attorney Vacancies Update

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02/12/2016 11:37 AM EST

Office of Legislative Affairs (OLA)

Washington, DC
Announcement #: OLA-2016-01

The attorney will be responsible for:

Coordinating between the Department of Justice and the Congress, communicating frequently with congressional staff about the Department's interests in legislation and other congressional matters.

Keeping Department officials apprised of the current status and outlook for congressional action on matters of interest to the Department.

Assuring that the Department's views are articulated to Congress in a timely and effective way.

Developing written views based upon input from Department components and the ability to present those views to congressional staff in order to advance the Department's mission, protect the Department's equities, and promote a constructive relationship with the Congress.

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02/12/2016 10:33 AM EST

Criminal Division (CRM)
Fraud Section
Washington, DC
Announcement #: 16-CRM-FRD-026
Application Deadline: February 25, 2016

The Fraud Section is seeking to fill one or more Assistant Deputy Chief positions within the Securities & Financial Fraud Unit. The incumbent will assist the Section Chief, Principal Deputy, Senior Deputy Chief, and the chief of the Securities & Financial Fraud Unit in all aspects of Section leadership and in national and international law enforcement efforts to combat financial crime, and will work with the other Assistant Deputy Chiefs in the Unit in supervising Trial Attorneys in that Unit. Upon accepting an offer of employment, applicants must make a three-year commitment to the Fraud Section.

Generally, as an Assistant Deputy Chief in the Securities & Financial Fraud Unit, the incumbent:

* Leads and oversees the work of the Securities & Financial Fraud Unit's prosecutors and support staff. Advises prosecutors on strategic approaches to their financial fraud investigations, prosecutions and trials to ensure that the investigation and litigation of such matters are being handled appropriately and effectively.

* Ensures ongoing individual and team development, identifies and corrects performance deficiencies, advises the chief of the Securities & Financial Fraud Unit about attorney assignments, provides input to the chief of the Securities & Financial Fraud Unit on performance evaluations, and coordinates with other Assistant Deputy Chiefs in the Unit concerning Unit management.

* Assists and supports the Principal Deputy Chief, Senior Deputy Chief and chief of the Securities & Financial Fraud Unit in the day-to-day operations of the Section, including providing input on budget allocation, hiring, personnel disciplinary actions, technology, and various Department reporting responsibilities as they pertain to the Securities & Financial Fraud Unit.

* Assists in the management of the Section's programs to investigate and prosecute financial fraud, including securities and commodities fraud, telemarketing fraud, investment schemes, corporate fraud, and other matters.

* Partners with U.S. Attorneys' Offices, federal law enforcement agencies, domestic and foreign regulators, and foreign law enforcement officials in handling and coordinating complex and multi-district prosecutions.

* Serves as a liaison on white-collar and corporate criminal matters between the Criminal Division and other DOJ components, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the United States Postal Inspection Service, and a variety of other law enforcement agencies and officials on white-collar and corporate crime issues.

* Engages in all phases of investigation and litigation, including, but not limited to, using the grand jury, advising federal law enforcement agents, using international evidence collection tools, preparing appropriate pleadings, and litigating motions and trials before U.S. District Courts across the country.

* Evaluates reports of potential violations of the securities and financial fraud laws from both internal and outside sources to determine whether investigation is warranted.

* Advises and instructs Assistant U.S. Attorneys on complicated questions of law and Departmental policy with respect to securities and financial fraud laws.

Represents the United States in direct negotiations and discussions with corporate counsel and high-level officials. Participates in discussions with opposing counsel for defendants and in the formulation of settlements often having far-reaching legal consequences.


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From glnorman15 at hotmail.com  Tue Feb 16 19:53:06 2016
From: glnorman15 at hotmail.com (GL Norman)
Date: Tue, 16 Feb 2016 19:53:06 +0000
Subject: [blindlaw] Mid-Atlantic Journal on Law and Public Policy: Animal
 and Disability Reporter Seeking Staffers (If Graduate Students,
 as Opposed to Law students, for General Proof Reading and Language Editing)
Message-ID: <BN4PR14MB0577F74539C2F7D97DA703CCD1AD0@BN4PR14MB0577.namprd14.prod.outlook.com>

Greetings:


With friends, I have co-founded a bi-partisan oriented law and public policy journal; focused on animals, focused on disability, or focused thematically on a combination thereof. We seek staffers for the next issue to be published in December, 2016; should we meet, as is our earnest goal, a December to December publishing timeframe.

Writing as a disabled attorney, the co-founder of the Journal, we particularly welcome attorneys with disabilities or law students with disabilities. Because strong writing may be considered strong writing, notwithstanding the legal aspects of the law journal, we also welcome end stage proof readers with disabilities who are journalists or graduate journalist related students with disabilities.

Should there be questions, contact the Journal; copied supra.

Sincerely,
G. Norman, Esq. L.L.M.
Co-Founder and Co-Executive Editor
Cellular (410) 241-6745

From TTomasi at driowa.org  Thu Feb 18 15:02:07 2016
From: TTomasi at driowa.org (Tai Tomasi)
Date: Thu, 18 Feb 2016 15:02:07 +0000
Subject: [blindlaw] Accessible Case Management Software
Message-ID: <3C03C4556E00E849909020A575494CCAF427BD@DSM-SBS.disabilityright.local>

My office is investigating adoption of a legal case management software package beyond that which P&As use for time tracking and billing. I know this has been discussed here before, but I can't find much via the archives. What case management software does your office use and is it accessible? I would be interested in as much feedback on this as possible.

Tai Tomasi, J.D.
Staff Attorney

[Description: DR%20IA%20LawCenter]

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From Noel.Nightingale at ed.gov  Thu Feb 18 17:39:44 2016
From: Noel.Nightingale at ed.gov (Nightingale, Noel)
Date: Thu, 18 Feb 2016 17:39:44 +0000
Subject: [blindlaw] FW: DOJ Jobs
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From: Jobs [mailto:jobs-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Maurer, Patricia via Jobs
Sent: Thursday, February 18, 2016 8:04 AM
To: jobs at nfbnet.org
Cc: Maurer, Patricia
Subject: [Jobs] FW: DOJ Jobs



From: Jobs, CRT (CRT) [mailto:CRT.Jobs at usdoj.gov]
Sent: Thursday, February 18, 2016 9:51 AM
Subject: DOJ Jobs

The Civil Rights Division (Division) would like to thank each of you for participating in our efforts to increase outreach to individuals interested in working for the Division.  The Division hopes to attract a broad and diverse pool of qualified applicants, and, to that end, encourages you to forward this information to any qualified applicants, including qualified applicants with disabilities, who may be interested in working for the Division.

For your convenience, all current Division job announcements that are open to the public are listed below.  Please also remind members of your organization that all job announcements can always be found on the Division’s homepage, http://www.justice.gov/crt/employment.  In addition, if you know of other organizations that might want to receive our job announcements, please let them know the process is very simple.  They just need to send an email to CRT.Jobs at usdoj.gov<mailto:CRT.Jobs at usdoj.gov>.  There are no elaborate forms to fill out – just an email indicating that the organization wishes to receive future job listings and the e-mail address for us to contact them.  Please do not hesitate to let us know if you have suggestions on how we can improve our outreach efforts.

The chart below includes the Civil Rights Division job opportunities currently available to the public.

Remarks

Position

Salary

Closing Date

NEW

Chief<https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/428216000>
Criminal Section

ES-905 ($123,175 to $185,100 per year)

3/9/16

NEW

Principal Deputy Chief<https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/428216800>
Criminal Section

ES-905 ($123,175 to $185,100 per year)

3/9/16

NEW

Special Legal Counsel<https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/428218400>
Criminal Section

SL-905 ($123,175 to $185,100 per year)
(DOJ employees only)

3/9/16

NEW

Special Litigation Counsel<https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/429078200>
Criminal Section

GS-905-15 ($128,082 to $160,300 per year)
(DOJ employees only)

3/9/16


Chief<https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/427015700>
Housing and Civil Enforcement Section

ES-905 ($123,175 to $185,100 per year)

2/19/16


Trial Attorney<https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/428499400>
Educational Opportunities Section

GS-905-13/15 ($92,145 to $160,300 per year)
NON-REIMBURSABLE DETAIL FOR CURRENT FEDERAL EMPLOYEES

2/19/16


Supervisory Paralegal Specialist (MPP)<https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/426461500>
Appellate Section

GS-950-12 ($77,490 to $100,736 per year)

2/19/16


Supervisory Trial Attorney (Deputy Chief)<https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/427407800>
Criminal Section

GS-905-15 ($128,082 to $160,300 per year)
(DOJ employees only)

2/22/16


Chief<https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/427164700>
Educational Opportunities Section

ES-905 ($123,175 to $185,100 per year)

2/23/16


Information Technology Specialist (Webmaster)<https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/429423800>
Administrative Management Section

GS-2210-13 ($92,145 to $119,794 per year)

2/23/16


Human Resources Specialist<https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/429114300>
Administrative Management Section

GS-201-9/11 ($53,435 to $84,044 per year)

2/23/16


Accessibility Specialist (MPP)<https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/426961900>
Disability Rights Section

GS-301-13 ($92,145 to $119,794 per year)

2/26/16


Accessibility Specialist (DEU)<https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/429478000>
Disability Rights Section

GS-301-13 ($92,145 to $119,794 per year)

2/26/16


Attorney Adviser (Senior Counsel for Human Trafficking)<https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/428559400>
Criminal Section

GS-905-15 ($128,082 to $160,300 per year)

2/29/16


Attorney Adviser<https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/428412400>
Criminal Section

GS-905-14/15 ($108,887 to $160,300 per year)

2/29/16



Student Volunteers (Division-wide)<http://www.justice.gov/crt/employment/vol_intern_opps.php>

N/A (Volunteer)

See Description



Individuals interested in applying for these positions should comply with the application procedures and closing dates in the vacancy announcement.  The Division does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications (i.e., those not submitted in response to a particular vacancy announcement).  If you need more information about a specific Civil Rights Division vacancy, please call the Human Resources Office, Team 1 on (202) 514-3934.

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From Noel.Nightingale at ed.gov  Thu Feb 18 17:52:13 2016
From: Noel.Nightingale at ed.gov (Nightingale, Noel)
Date: Thu, 18 Feb 2016 17:52:13 +0000
Subject: [blindlaw] Accessible Case Management Software
In-Reply-To: <3C03C4556E00E849909020A575494CCAF427BD@DSM-SBS.disabilityright.local>
References: <3C03C4556E00E849909020A575494CCAF427BD@DSM-SBS.disabilityright.local>
Message-ID: <BY2PR09MB111C7C54203F96F9EE4B2EAF9AF0@BY2PR09MB111.namprd09.prod.outlook.com>

Tai,

This, indeed, has been a constant point of discussion on this list and is a problem we need to spend some energy on agitating about.  Perhaps a resolution this year?

My office uses a product called edocs by OpenText.  It is a document management system and is pretty accessible.  However, I don't know if the version my office, which is a federal government office, has been customized to make it so.  Here is a link to information about it:

http://www.opentext.com/what-we-do/industries/legal/legal-content-management-edocs

Edocs may not be all inclusive enough, though, if you are looking for timekeeping, billing, etcetera to be included in the product.

Noel

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From: blindlaw [mailto:blindlaw-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Tai Tomasi via blindlaw
Sent: Thursday, February 18, 2016 7:02 AM
To: Blind Law Mailing List
Cc: Tai Tomasi
Subject: [blindlaw] Accessible Case Management Software

My office is investigating adoption of a legal case management software package beyond that which P&As use for time tracking and billing. I know this has been discussed here before, but I can't find much via the archives. What case management software does your office use and is it accessible? I would be interested in as much feedback on this as possible.

Tai Tomasi, J.D.
Staff Attorney

[Description: DR%20IA%20LawCenter]

400 East Court Ave., Ste. 300
Des Moines, Iowa 50309
Tel: 515-278-2502; Toll Free: 1-800-779-2502
FAX: 515-278-0539; Relay 711
E-mail: ttomasi at driowa.org<mailto:ttomasi at driowa.org>
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From ckrugman at sbcglobal.net  Sat Feb 20 20:02:52 2016
From: ckrugman at sbcglobal.net (Charles Krugman)
Date: Sat, 20 Feb 2016 12:02:52 -0800
Subject: [blindlaw] Mid-Atlantic Journal on Law and Public Policy:
	Animal and Disability Reporter Seeking Staffers (If Graduate
	Students, as Opposed to Law students,
	for General Proof Reading and Language Editing)
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it sounds like this will be a very interesting venture.
Chuck Krugman, MSW Paralegal
1237 P Street
Fresno ca 93721
559-266-9237

-----Original Message----- 
From: GL Norman via blindlaw
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; 'Penny Reeder'
Cc: GL Norman ; 'Mid-Atlantic Journal on Law and Public Policy'
Subject: [blindlaw] Mid-Atlantic Journal on Law and Public Policy: Animal 
and Disability Reporter Seeking Staffers (If Graduate Students, as Opposed 
to Law students, for General Proof Reading and Language Editing)

Greetings:


With friends, I have co-founded a bi-partisan oriented law and public policy 
journal; focused on animals, focused on disability, or focused thematically 
on a combination thereof. We seek staffers for the next issue to be 
published in December, 2016; should we meet, as is our earnest goal, a 
December to December publishing timeframe.

Writing as a disabled attorney, the co-founder of the Journal, we 
particularly welcome attorneys with disabilities or law students with 
disabilities. Because strong writing may be considered strong writing, 
notwithstanding the legal aspects of the law journal, we also welcome end 
stage proof readers with disabilities who are journalists or graduate 
journalist related students with disabilities.

Should there be questions, contact the Journal; copied supra.

Sincerely,
G. Norman, Esq. L.L.M.
Co-Founder and Co-Executive Editor
Cellular (410) 241-6745
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From LBlake at nfb.org  Mon Feb 22 21:07:31 2016
From: LBlake at nfb.org (Blake, Lou Ann)
Date: Mon, 22 Feb 2016 21:07:31 +0000
Subject: [blindlaw] Agenda for the 2016 Jacobus tenBroek Disability Law
 Symposium is now available
Message-ID: <DM2PR07MB318DF7C277E6BE0F156D737C9A30@DM2PR07MB318.namprd07.prod.outlook.com>

Agenda is Now Available!

for the

2016 Jacobus tenBroek Disability Law Symposium

Diversity in the Disability Rights Movement: Working Together to Achieve the Right to Live in the World

March 31 - April 1, 2016
at the
National Federation of the Blind Jernigan Institute
Baltimore, Maryland

Don't miss this opportunity to hear 2016 keynote speaker U.S. District Judge Myron H. Thompson and leading disability rights and civil rights advocates examine the status of diversity in the disability rights movement and explore ways to increase diversity so that all may achieve Dr. tenBroek's vision of equality of opportunity. Other speakers will include:

  *   Samuel Bagenstos, Frank G. Millard Professor of Law, University of Michigan Law School
  *   Alison Barkoff, Director of Advocacy, Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law
  *   Rabia Belt, Research Fellow, Stanford Law School
  *   Claudia Center, Senior Staff Attorney, Disability Rights, American Civil Liberties Union Foundation
  *   Matthew W. Dietz, President and Litigation Director, Disability Independence Group, Inc.
  *   Jane Dunhamn, Director, National Black Disability Coalition
  *   Michelle Garcia, Community Development Organizer - Latinos, Access Living
  *   Regina Kline, Senior Counsel (Acting), Office of the Assistant Attorney General for the Civil Rights Division, U.S. Department of Justice
  *   Jonathan Lazar, Professor of Computer and Information Sciences, Towson University
  *   David Lepofsky, Chair, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act Alliance
  *   Anil Lewis, Executive Director, National Federation of the Blind Jernigan Institute
  *   Alison J. Lynch, Staff Attorney, Disability Rights New York
  *   Jonathan Martinis, Legal Director, Quality Trust for Individuals with Disabilities
  *   Marc Maurer, Immediate Past President, National Federation of the Blind
  *   Alice Wong, Advisory Board Member, Asian and Pacific Islanders with Disabilities of California

Documentation for CLE credits will be provided.

Registration fee: $175
Student registration fee: $25

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From Susan.Kelly at pima.gov  Wed Feb 24 15:13:07 2016
From: Susan.Kelly at pima.gov (Susan Kelly)
Date: Wed, 24 Feb 2016 15:13:07 +0000
Subject: [blindlaw] Accessible Case Management Software
In-Reply-To: <BY2PR09MB111C7C54203F96F9EE4B2EAF9AF0@BY2PR09MB111.namprd09.prod.outlook.com>
References: <3C03C4556E00E849909020A575494CCAF427BD@DSM-SBS.disabilityright.local>,
	<BY2PR09MB111C7C54203F96F9EE4B2EAF9AF0@BY2PR09MB111.namprd09.prod.outlook.com>
Message-ID: <3D68012F-B830-4790-9561-182504C6BC00@pima.gov>

Our office (county governmental agency) uses JustWare, from New Dawn Technologies.  It is decidedly NOT accessible as we have it, and is apparently not very easy to see or use even for the fully sighted attorneys.  As I recall from when they were first rolling it out, about the same time I was learning JAWS, it possibly could be scripted to become somewhat accessible.  Unfortunately, neither the company nor our agency has been willing to make the effort, and it is far too complex / time consuming for any non-IT staff or user to be expected to do independently.

Sent from my iPad

> On Feb 18, 2016, at 10:53 AM, Nightingale, Noel via blindlaw <blindlaw at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Tai,
> 
> This, indeed, has been a constant point of discussion on this list and is a problem we need to spend some energy on agitating about.  Perhaps a resolution this year?
> 
> My office uses a product called edocs by OpenText.  It is a document management system and is pretty accessible.  However, I don't know if the version my office, which is a federal government office, has been customized to make it so.  Here is a link to information about it:
> 
> http://www.opentext.com/what-we-do/industries/legal/legal-content-management-edocs
> 
> Edocs may not be all inclusive enough, though, if you are looking for timekeeping, billing, etcetera to be included in the product.
> 
> Noel
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: blindlaw [mailto:blindlaw-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Tai Tomasi via blindlaw
> Sent: Thursday, February 18, 2016 7:02 AM
> To: Blind Law Mailing List
> Cc: Tai Tomasi
> Subject: [blindlaw] Accessible Case Management Software
> 
> My office is investigating adoption of a legal case management software package beyond that which P&As use for time tracking and billing. I know this has been discussed here before, but I can't find much via the archives. What case management software does your office use and is it accessible? I would be interested in as much feedback on this as possible.
> 
> Tai Tomasi, J.D.
> Staff Attorney
> 
> [Description: DR%20IA%20LawCenter]
> 
> 400 East Court Ave., Ste. 300
> Des Moines, Iowa 50309
> Tel: 515-278-2502; Toll Free: 1-800-779-2502
> FAX: 515-278-0539; Relay 711
> E-mail: ttomasi at driowa.org<mailto:ttomasi at driowa.org>
> www.driowa.org
> 
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From dbeitz at wiennergould.com  Wed Feb 24 15:15:43 2016
From: dbeitz at wiennergould.com (Dan Beitz)
Date: Wed, 24 Feb 2016 15:15:43 +0000
Subject: [blindlaw] Accessible Case Management Software
In-Reply-To: <3D68012F-B830-4790-9561-182504C6BC00@pima.gov>
References: <3C03C4556E00E849909020A575494CCAF427BD@DSM-SBS.disabilityright.local>,
	<BY2PR09MB111C7C54203F96F9EE4B2EAF9AF0@BY2PR09MB111.namprd09.prod.outlook.com>
	<3D68012F-B830-4790-9561-182504C6BC00@pima.gov>
Message-ID: <AA0FA234D2A3A745A64FC025D904D681C23A84@DAGN15b-e6.exg6.exghost.com>

Time Matters and Practice Master used to be pretty accessible, although I haven't used them in years.




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-----Original Message-----
From: blindlaw [mailto:blindlaw-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Susan Kelly via blindlaw
Sent: Wednesday, February 24, 2016 10:13 AM
To: Blind Law Mailing List
Cc: Susan Kelly
Subject: Re: [blindlaw] Accessible Case Management Software

Our office (county governmental agency) uses JustWare, from New Dawn Technologies.  It is decidedly NOT accessible as we have it, and is apparently not very easy to see or use even for the fully sighted attorneys.  As I recall from when they were first rolling it out, about the same time I was learning JAWS, it possibly could be scripted to become somewhat accessible.  Unfortunately, neither the company nor our agency has been willing to make the effort, and it is far too complex / time consuming for any non-IT staff or user to be expected to do independently.

Sent from my iPad

> On Feb 18, 2016, at 10:53 AM, Nightingale, Noel via blindlaw <blindlaw at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Tai,
> 
> This, indeed, has been a constant point of discussion on this list and is a problem we need to spend some energy on agitating about.  Perhaps a resolution this year?
> 
> My office uses a product called edocs by OpenText.  It is a document management system and is pretty accessible.  However, I don't know if the version my office, which is a federal government office, has been customized to make it so.  Here is a link to information about it:
> 
> http://www.opentext.com/what-we-do/industries/legal/legal-content-management-edocs
> 
> Edocs may not be all inclusive enough, though, if you are looking for timekeeping, billing, etcetera to be included in the product.
> 
> Noel
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: blindlaw [mailto:blindlaw-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Tai Tomasi via blindlaw
> Sent: Thursday, February 18, 2016 7:02 AM
> To: Blind Law Mailing List
> Cc: Tai Tomasi
> Subject: [blindlaw] Accessible Case Management Software
> 
> My office is investigating adoption of a legal case management software package beyond that which P&As use for time tracking and billing. I know this has been discussed here before, but I can't find much via the archives. What case management software does your office use and is it accessible? I would be interested in as much feedback on this as possible.
> 
> Tai Tomasi, J.D.
> Staff Attorney
> 
> [Description: DR%20IA%20LawCenter]
> 
> 400 East Court Ave., Ste. 300
> Des Moines, Iowa 50309
> Tel: 515-278-2502; Toll Free: 1-800-779-2502
> FAX: 515-278-0539; Relay 711
> E-mail: ttomasi at driowa.org<mailto:ttomasi at driowa.org>
> www.driowa.org
> 
> Our Mission:  To defend and promote the human and legal rights of Iowans with disabilities
> 
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> 
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From TTomasi at driowa.org  Wed Feb 24 15:19:03 2016
From: TTomasi at driowa.org (Tai Tomasi)
Date: Wed, 24 Feb 2016 15:19:03 +0000
Subject: [blindlaw] Accessible Case Management Software
In-Reply-To: <3D68012F-B830-4790-9561-182504C6BC00@pima.gov>
References: <3C03C4556E00E849909020A575494CCAF427BD@DSM-SBS.disabilityright.local>,
	<BY2PR09MB111C7C54203F96F9EE4B2EAF9AF0@BY2PR09MB111.namprd09.prod.outlook.com>
	<3D68012F-B830-4790-9561-182504C6BC00@pima.gov>
Message-ID: <3C03C4556E00E849909020A575494CCAF6A6F6@DSM-SBS.disabilityright.local>

Susan,

Have you looked into using the ALT workflow accelerator to make the software accessible. It is an alternative to JAWS scripting. It basically allows one to record a macro for certain mouse functions and then assign a hotkey to it. This software is incredibly helpful to me, and may be helpful to those blind attorneys using inaccessible case management software. My description doesn't do it justice, as it has a very robust set of uses. Learn more at www.u-r-able.com.

Tai


Tai Tomasi, J.D.
Staff Attorney



400 East Court Ave., Ste. 300
Des Moines, Iowa 50309
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-----Original Message-----
From: blindlaw [mailto:blindlaw-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Susan Kelly via blindlaw
Sent: Wednesday, February 24, 2016 9:13 AM
To: Blind Law Mailing List <blindlaw at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Susan Kelly <Susan.Kelly at pima.gov>
Subject: Re: [blindlaw] Accessible Case Management Software

Our office (county governmental agency) uses JustWare, from New Dawn Technologies.  It is decidedly NOT accessible as we have it, and is apparently not very easy to see or use even for the fully sighted attorneys.  As I recall from when they were first rolling it out, about the same time I was learning JAWS, it possibly could be scripted to become somewhat accessible.  Unfortunately, neither the company nor our agency has been willing to make the effort, and it is far too complex / time consuming for any non-IT staff or user to be expected to do independently.

Sent from my iPad

> On Feb 18, 2016, at 10:53 AM, Nightingale, Noel via blindlaw <blindlaw at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Tai,
> 
> This, indeed, has been a constant point of discussion on this list and is a problem we need to spend some energy on agitating about.  Perhaps a resolution this year?
> 
> My office uses a product called edocs by OpenText.  It is a document management system and is pretty accessible.  However, I don't know if the version my office, which is a federal government office, has been customized to make it so.  Here is a link to information about it:
> 
> http://www.opentext.com/what-we-do/industries/legal/legal-content-management-edocs
> 
> Edocs may not be all inclusive enough, though, if you are looking for timekeeping, billing, etcetera to be included in the product.
> 
> Noel
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: blindlaw [mailto:blindlaw-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Tai Tomasi via blindlaw
> Sent: Thursday, February 18, 2016 7:02 AM
> To: Blind Law Mailing List
> Cc: Tai Tomasi
> Subject: [blindlaw] Accessible Case Management Software
> 
> My office is investigating adoption of a legal case management software package beyond that which P&As use for time tracking and billing. I know this has been discussed here before, but I can't find much via the archives. What case management software does your office use and is it accessible? I would be interested in as much feedback on this as possible.
> 
> Tai Tomasi, J.D.
> Staff Attorney
> 
> [Description: DR%20IA%20LawCenter]
> 
> 400 East Court Ave., Ste. 300
> Des Moines, Iowa 50309
> Tel: 515-278-2502; Toll Free: 1-800-779-2502
> FAX: 515-278-0539; Relay 711
> E-mail: ttomasi at driowa.org<mailto:ttomasi at driowa.org>
> www.driowa.org
> 
> Our Mission:  To defend and promote the human and legal rights of Iowans with disabilities
> 
> CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE
> 
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From TTomasi at driowa.org  Wed Feb 24 15:26:08 2016
From: TTomasi at driowa.org (Tai Tomasi)
Date: Wed, 24 Feb 2016 15:26:08 +0000
Subject: [blindlaw] ALT Workflow Accelerator and Task Automation
Message-ID: <3C03C4556E00E849909020A575494CCAF6A765@DSM-SBS.disabilityright.local>

I would encourage all blind attorneys to look at the ALT workflow software. In addition to eliminating the need for expensive scripting, it allows you to automate tasks. For example, I can press the alt key twice, type in gs space and then my google search, and my computer will quickly complete a google search. I can also have JAWS open documents and move focus to particular places, and record macros for automation of tasks. I can log in to westlaw by tapping alt twice, hitting space, and typing wl. You can use this software to record a series of mouse clicks, automating tasks that were formerly only possible with the assistance of a sighted colleague or through expensive JAWS scripting.

I am not receiving any compensation to promote this product, but I find it extremely useful. More information is available at www.u-r-able.com.The<http://www.u-r-able.com.The> software is a bit pricy, but still much less expensive than JAWS. You can also sync your database across devices using a service like dropbox, making this useful not only at work but at home. I have just started training with it and can already tell that my efficiency is improving immensely.

I would be interested in presenting on technology helpful to blind attorneys at a future NABL meeting. Would list members be interested in such presentations, or even a series of webinars on technology topics?

Tai Tomasi, J.D.
Staff Attorney

[Description: DR%20IA%20LawCenter]

400 East Court Ave., Ste. 300
Des Moines, Iowa 50309
Tel: 515-278-2502; Toll Free: 1-800-779-2502
FAX: 515-278-0539; Relay 711
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From Susan.Kelly at pima.gov  Wed Feb 24 16:00:16 2016
From: Susan.Kelly at pima.gov (Susan Kelly)
Date: Wed, 24 Feb 2016 16:00:16 +0000
Subject: [blindlaw] Accessible Case Management Software
In-Reply-To: <3C03C4556E00E849909020A575494CCAF6A6F6@DSM-SBS.disabilityright.local>
References: <3C03C4556E00E849909020A575494CCAF427BD@DSM-SBS.disabilityright.local>,
	<BY2PR09MB111C7C54203F96F9EE4B2EAF9AF0@BY2PR09MB111.namprd09.prod.outlook.com>
	<3D68012F-B830-4790-9561-182504C6BC00@pima.gov>,
	<3C03C4556E00E849909020A575494CCAF6A6F6@DSM-SBS.disabilityright.local>
Message-ID: <F0C31A8A-BB68-4B1E-BCDF-C37F4D2A9E8D@pima.gov>

Because we are a public defender office under the county administration, we do not have the option of purchasing or loading other programs.  Just getting JAWS approved required major work and research on my up part, outside of my regular caseload.  Once approved, IT has never been able to make it work with our extremely antiquated network.  I finally got approval (after 7 years of a barely functional desktop computer) for an iPad Pro, which solves many issues (but not the ability to use the file management or payroll programs, which remain inaccessible) while still requiring me to use the barely functional desktop as the point for transferring cases from the duplicate Word system we created to my iPad.  I have too much else to do, so my paralegal is kind enough to handle the data entry on the inaccessible programs for me.

Sent from my iPad

> On Feb 24, 2016, at 8:22 AM, Tai Tomasi via blindlaw <blindlaw at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Susan,
> 
> Have you looked into using the ALT workflow accelerator to make the software accessible. It is an alternative to JAWS scripting. It basically allows one to record a macro for certain mouse functions and then assign a hotkey to it. This software is incredibly helpful to me, and may be helpful to those blind attorneys using inaccessible case management software. My description doesn't do it justice, as it has a very robust set of uses. Learn more at www.u-r-able.com.
> 
> Tai
> 
> 
> Tai Tomasi, J.D.
> Staff Attorney
> 
> 
> 
> 400 East Court Ave., Ste. 300
> Des Moines, Iowa 50309
> Tel: 515-278-2502; Toll Free: 1-800-779-2502
> FAX: 515-278-0539; Relay 711
> E-mail: ttomasi at driowa.org
> www.driowa.org
> 
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> Subject: Re: [blindlaw] Accessible Case Management Software
> 
> Our office (county governmental agency) uses JustWare, from New Dawn Technologies.  It is decidedly NOT accessible as we have it, and is apparently not very easy to see or use even for the fully sighted attorneys.  As I recall from when they were first rolling it out, about the same time I was learning JAWS, it possibly could be scripted to become somewhat accessible.  Unfortunately, neither the company nor our agency has been willing to make the effort, and it is far too complex / time consuming for any non-IT staff or user to be expected to do independently.
> 
> Sent from my iPad
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>> On Feb 18, 2016, at 10:53 AM, Nightingale, Noel via blindlaw <blindlaw at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> 
>> Tai,
>> 
>> This, indeed, has been a constant point of discussion on this list and is a problem we need to spend some energy on agitating about.  Perhaps a resolution this year?
>> 
>> My office uses a product called edocs by OpenText.  It is a document management system and is pretty accessible.  However, I don't know if the version my office, which is a federal government office, has been customized to make it so.  Here is a link to information about it:
>> 
>> http://www.opentext.com/what-we-do/industries/legal/legal-content-management-edocs
>> 
>> Edocs may not be all inclusive enough, though, if you are looking for timekeeping, billing, etcetera to be included in the product.
>> 
>> Noel
>> 
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: blindlaw [mailto:blindlaw-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Tai Tomasi via blindlaw
>> Sent: Thursday, February 18, 2016 7:02 AM
>> To: Blind Law Mailing List
>> Cc: Tai Tomasi
>> Subject: [blindlaw] Accessible Case Management Software
>> 
>> My office is investigating adoption of a legal case management software package beyond that which P&As use for time tracking and billing. I know this has been discussed here before, but I can't find much via the archives. What case management software does your office use and is it accessible? I would be interested in as much feedback on this as possible.
>> 
>> Tai Tomasi, J.D.
>> Staff Attorney
>> 
>> [Description: DR%20IA%20LawCenter]
>> 
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>> Des Moines, Iowa 50309
>> Tel: 515-278-2502; Toll Free: 1-800-779-2502
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From ETroutman at BrooksPierce.com  Thu Feb 25 13:30:42 2016
From: ETroutman at BrooksPierce.com (Elizabeth Troutman)
Date: Thu, 25 Feb 2016 13:30:42 +0000
Subject: [blindlaw] Accessible Case Management Software
Message-ID: <CABF6BB5407136429B53A0950AF860BA390B7F6C@GSOEXC1.bpmhl.com>

Our office uses CompuLaw and I have not been able to get it to work with JAWS. I would love to help in whatever way I can to push this issue. I am working with our firm to make sure we push software providers before contracting with them. A resolution sounds like a great idea to me.

Elizabeth Troutman
etroutman at brookspierce.com

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From tim at timeldermusic.com  Thu Feb 25 15:17:09 2016
From: tim at timeldermusic.com (Tim Elder)
Date: Thu, 25 Feb 2016 07:17:09 -0800
Subject: [blindlaw] ALT Workflow Accelerator and Task Automation
In-Reply-To: <3C03C4556E00E849909020A575494CCAF6A765@DSM-SBS.disabilityright.local>
References: <3C03C4556E00E849909020A575494CCAF6A765@DSM-SBS.disabilityright.local>
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I second the usefulness of ALT.  It is a very powerful program.


-----Original Message-----
From: Tai Tomasi [mailto:TTomasi at driowa.org] 
Sent: Wednesday, February 24, 2016 7:26 AM
To: Blind Law Mailing List
Subject: [blindlaw] ALT Workflow Accelerator and Task Automation

I would encourage all blind attorneys to look at the ALT workflow software.
In addition to eliminating the need for expensive scripting, it allows you
to automate tasks. For example, I can press the alt key twice, type in gs
space and then my google search, and my computer will quickly complete a
google search. I can also have JAWS open documents and move focus to
particular places, and record macros for automation of tasks. I can log in
to westlaw by tapping alt twice, hitting space, and typing wl. You can use
this software to record a series of mouse clicks, automating tasks that were
formerly only possible with the assistance of a sighted colleague or through
expensive JAWS scripting.

I am not receiving any compensation to promote this product, but I find it
extremely useful. More information is available at
www.u-r-able.com.The<http://www.u-r-able.com.The> software is a bit pricy,
but still much less expensive than JAWS. You can also sync your database
across devices using a service like dropbox, making this useful not only at
work but at home. I have just started training with it and can already tell
that my efficiency is improving immensely.

I would be interested in presenting on technology helpful to blind attorneys
at a future NABL meeting. Would list members be interested in such
presentations, or even a series of webinars on technology topics?

Tai Tomasi, J.D.
Staff Attorney

[Description: DR%20IA%20LawCenter]

400 East Court Ave., Ste. 300
Des Moines, Iowa 50309
Tel: 515-278-2502; Toll Free: 1-800-779-2502
FAX: 515-278-0539; Relay 711
E-mail: ttomasi at driowa.org<mailto:ttomasi at driowa.org>
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From deepa.goraya at gmail.com  Thu Feb 25 17:27:13 2016
From: deepa.goraya at gmail.com (Deepa Goraya)
Date: Thu, 25 Feb 2016 12:27:13 -0500
Subject: [blindlaw] contact at Westlaw
Message-ID: <CAKs_uDTyRYtJjW8pMoAfO=7hTBURWkXsN_H-dWK8qb82_kRU3g@mail.gmail.com>

Hello coleagues,

I have a question related to Westlaw. My office only has a contract
with Lexis and I'd like to be able to use Westlaw because I find it
superior to Lexis in accessibility, in  assistive technology support
staff and training, and even Westlaw Next is more user friendly to
JAWS users than Lexis Advance. I'd like to look into whether Westlaw
would be able to provide a lower cost individual contract for just me
since they are the most accessible legal search engine out there, at
least to my knowledge. Does anyone know if Westlaw would do that and
who I could talk to there about arranging this? My office would
potentially support this. If anyone has any other suggestions, I'd
appreciate that as well.

Deepa


From TTomasi at driowa.org  Thu Feb 25 18:31:00 2016
From: TTomasi at driowa.org (Tai Tomasi)
Date: Thu, 25 Feb 2016 18:31:00 +0000
Subject: [blindlaw] FW: The ABA Commission on Disability Rights is Now
 Accepting Applications for the 2016 Legal Internship for a Law Student with
 a Disability!
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From: The Disability Discussion Docket (3D) [mailto:3D at MAIL.AMERICANBAR.ORG] On Behalf Of Stratton, Michael
Sent: Thursday, February 25, 2016 12:28 PM
To: 3D at MAIL.AMERICANBAR.ORG
Subject: Re: The ABA Commission on Disability Rights is Now Accepting Applications for the 2016 Legal Internship for a Law Student with a Disability!

FYI

From: The ABA Commission on Disability Rights [mailto:cdr at americanbar.org]
Sent: Thursday, February 25, 2016 1:10 PM
Subject: The ABA Commission on Disability Rights is Now Accepting Applications for the 2016 Legal Internship for a Law Student with a Disability!

[2016 Microsoft Legal Internship for Law Student with a Disability]<http://www.americanbar.org/groups/disabilityrights/resources/lawstudents/msaba-internship.html>


The American Bar Association's (ABA) Commission on Disability Rights is pleased
to partner with Microsoft to provide a meaningful summer internship opportunity
for a highly motivated, first-year law student living with a disability.



INTERNSHIP DESCRIPTION


Legal interns will work within Microsoft's Corporate, External, and Legal Affairs department in Redmond, Washington, for 10 to 12 weeks during the summer. They will have a broad range of responsibilities from across the department, which may include researching legal issues impacting business strategy, drafting transactional documents, attending client meetings and product reviews, and collaborating with internal teams on cross-group projects. Get ready to overcome challenges, forge solutions, and provide direct counsel to the cutting edge of the world's most dynamic industry.

In addition to competitive pay, interns will receive the following benefits:

  *   Pairing with an attorney who will serve as both mentor and manager, providing guidance on projects, career development, networking, and other individual needs
  *   Participation in the 1L LCLD Scholars Program<http://www.lcldnet.org/programs/1l-scholars/>, including paid attendance
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From as95 at ukr.net  Thu Feb 25 21:47:11 2016
From: as95 at ukr.net (as95 at ukr.net)
Date: Thu, 25 Feb 2016 23:47:11 +0200
Subject: [blindlaw] {Disarmed} blindlaw contakt  Ukraine
Message-ID: <1456436669.707967710.aqp739ip@frv38.fwdcdn.com>

Hello everyone! 
My name is Vladimir, I am a blind lawyer from Ukraine (East european country). I've got some problems here with familiarizing the materials of the case. The law of my country does not say anything about the right to get all the materials printted in braille. I am not the only one advocate in case, there are some healwhy ones on my side. My court petition on getting braille printed papers may to be denied, which is a shame for a judge, but she may think I am in case to delay this trial. Any way, hoping for good I want you to help me. Please, tell me how this works in the USA, show me some legislation or norms, so I whould be able to convince the judge. Thank you all. Vladimir 


From davant1958 at gmail.com  Sat Feb 27 16:25:19 2016
From: davant1958 at gmail.com (Denise Avant)
Date: Sat, 27 Feb 2016 10:25:19 -0600
Subject: [blindlaw] Fwd: Now Accepting Applications for the 2016 Legal
	Internship for a Law Student with a Disability!
References: <3042-20545094.1456514710697.JavaMail.SYSTEM@chg-mcm-prod>
Message-ID: <CFBD56FA-45A1-430A-87E4-FCA24015CE4D@gmail.com>


Denise R. Avant
President, National Federation Of The Blind Of Illinois
Live the life you want



> Begin forwarded message:
> 
> From: "The ABA Commission on Disability Rights" <cdr at americanbar.org>
> Subject: Now Accepting Applications for the 2016 Legal Internship for a Law Student with a Disability!
> Date: February 26, 2016 at 1:25:00 PM CST
> To: davant1958 at GMAIL.COM
> 
>  <http://www.americanbar.org/groups/disabilityrights/resources/lawstudents/msaba-internship.html>
> The American Bar Association’s (ABA) Commission on Disability Rights is pleased
> to partner with Microsoft to provide a meaningful summer internship opportunity
> for a highly motivated, first-year law student living with a disability.
> 
>  	INTERNSHIP DESCRIPTION
> Legal interns will work within Microsoft’s Corporate, External, and Legal Affairs department in Redmond, Washington, for 10 to 12 weeks during the summer. They will have a broad range of responsibilities from across the department, which may include researching legal issues impacting business strategy, drafting transactional documents, attending client meetings and product reviews, and collaborating with internal teams on cross-group projects. Get ready to overcome challenges, forge solutions, and provide direct counsel to the cutting edge of the world’s most dynamic industry.
> 
> In addition to competitive pay, interns will receive the following benefits:
> 
> Pairing with an attorney who will serve as both mentor and manager, providing guidance on projects, career development, networking, and other individual needs
> Participation in the 1L LCLD Scholars Program <http://www.lcldnet.org/programs/1l-scholars/>, including paid attendance
> at the 1L LCLD Scholars Summit
> Paid travel to Microsoft
> Subsidized car rental or bike purchase plan
> Health club membership (dues paid by Microsoft, but taxed as income for you)
> Shipping reimbursement
> Free bus pass
> Parties and special events 
> Free training
> Software discounts
>  	QUALIFICATIONS
> Applicants must:
> 
> Be first-year law students in good standing for the degree of J.D. 
> Be enrolled at an ABA-accredited law school and have successfully completed the first year
> Be (or become) <https://shop.americanbar.org/eBus/Membership/JoinABA.aspx?Promo=RMM14ISEF> a member of the American Bar Association
> Be a law student living with a disability (as defined by WHO <http://www.who.int/topics/disabilities/en/>), whether that be visual, hearing, mobility, cognitive, or speech
> Have excellent analytical ability and legal drafting skills
> Have excellent oral and written communications skills 
> Be able to communicate effectively across a large number of diverse internal groups, teams, and divisions
> Have a demonstrated ability to work efficiently, meet deadlines, and manage multi-dimensional projects in a fast-paced environment
> Be able to research and learn new concepts and legal issues quickly to facilitate problem solving
>  	HOW TO APPLY
> Submit your cover letter (no more than 500 words) and resume to Amy Allbright at
> amy.allbright at americanbar.org <mailto:amy.allbright at americanbar.org>. In your cover letter, please address your demonstrated commitment to diversity and your career goals and interests.
> 
> All materials must be received by 5:00 p.m. EST on March 17, 2016.
> 
> Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status.
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From philosopher25 at gmail.com  Sun Feb 28 17:12:56 2016
From: philosopher25 at gmail.com (Sexton, bruce)
Date: Sun, 28 Feb 2016 12:12:56 -0500
Subject: [blindlaw] ALT Workflow Accelerator and Task Automation
In-Reply-To: <006301d16fdf$99a36ef0$ccea4cd0$@timeldermusic.com>
References: <3C03C4556E00E849909020A575494CCAF6A765@DSM-SBS.disabilityright.local>
	<006301d16fdf$99a36ef0$ccea4cd0$@timeldermusic.com>
Message-ID: <006a01d1724b$44c65fa0$ce531ee0$@gmail.com>

Hi, I don't see the pricing or A place to purchase it online. How much is
it? Can we purchase it online, or do we have to call? 

-Bruce 

-----Original Message-----
From: blindlaw [mailto:blindlaw-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Tim Elder
via blindlaw
Sent: Thursday, February 25, 2016 10:17 AM
To: 'Tai Tomasi'; 'Blind Law Mailing List'
Cc: Tim Elder
Subject: Re: [blindlaw] ALT Workflow Accelerator and Task Automation

I second the usefulness of ALT.  It is a very powerful program.


-----Original Message-----
From: Tai Tomasi [mailto:TTomasi at driowa.org] 
Sent: Wednesday, February 24, 2016 7:26 AM
To: Blind Law Mailing List
Subject: [blindlaw] ALT Workflow Accelerator and Task Automation

I would encourage all blind attorneys to look at the ALT workflow software.
In addition to eliminating the need for expensive scripting, it allows you
to automate tasks. For example, I can press the alt key twice, type in gs
space and then my google search, and my computer will quickly complete a
google search. I can also have JAWS open documents and move focus to
particular places, and record macros for automation of tasks. I can log in
to westlaw by tapping alt twice, hitting space, and typing wl. You can use
this software to record a series of mouse clicks, automating tasks that were
formerly only possible with the assistance of a sighted colleague or through
expensive JAWS scripting.

I am not receiving any compensation to promote this product, but I find it
extremely useful. More information is available at
www.u-r-able.com.The<http://www.u-r-able.com.The> software is a bit pricy,
but still much less expensive than JAWS. You can also sync your database
across devices using a service like dropbox, making this useful not only at
work but at home. I have just started training with it and can already tell
that my efficiency is improving immensely.

I would be interested in presenting on technology helpful to blind attorneys
at a future NABL meeting. Would list members be interested in such
presentations, or even a series of webinars on technology topics?

Tai Tomasi, J.D.
Staff Attorney

[Description: DR%20IA%20LawCenter]

400 East Court Ave., Ste. 300
Des Moines, Iowa 50309
Tel: 515-278-2502; Toll Free: 1-800-779-2502
FAX: 515-278-0539; Relay 711
E-mail: ttomasi at driowa.org<mailto:ttomasi at driowa.org>
www.driowa.org

Our Mission:  To defend and promote the human and legal rights of Iowans
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From TTomasi at driowa.org  Sun Feb 28 17:37:08 2016
From: TTomasi at driowa.org (Tai Tomasi)
Date: Sun, 28 Feb 2016 17:37:08 +0000
Subject: [blindlaw] ALT Workflow Accelerator and Task Automation
In-Reply-To: <006a01d1724b$44c65fa0$ce531ee0$@gmail.com>
References: <3C03C4556E00E849909020A575494CCAF6A765@DSM-SBS.disabilityright.local>
	<006301d16fdf$99a36ef0$ccea4cd0$@timeldermusic.com>,
	<006a01d1724b$44c65fa0$ce531ee0$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <7147EE5E-7828-4865-8FE9-EE15A62E7934@driowa.org>

You need to call. The company determines charges on a case-by-case basis.

Tai Tomasi, J.D., M.P.A.
Staff Attorney
Disability Rights Iowa
Email: ttomasi at driowa.org
Sent from my iPhone. Please excuse my brevity and any grammatical errors.

> On Feb 28, 2016, at 11:14 AM, Sexton, bruce via BlindLaw <blindlaw at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Hi, I don't see the pricing or A place to purchase it online. How much is
> it? Can we purchase it online, or do we have to call? 
> 
> -Bruce 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: blindlaw [mailto:blindlaw-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Tim Elder
> via blindlaw
> Sent: Thursday, February 25, 2016 10:17 AM
> To: 'Tai Tomasi'; 'Blind Law Mailing List'
> Cc: Tim Elder
> Subject: Re: [blindlaw] ALT Workflow Accelerator and Task Automation
> 
> I second the usefulness of ALT.  It is a very powerful program.
> 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Tai Tomasi [mailto:TTomasi at driowa.org] 
> Sent: Wednesday, February 24, 2016 7:26 AM
> To: Blind Law Mailing List
> Subject: [blindlaw] ALT Workflow Accelerator and Task Automation
> 
> I would encourage all blind attorneys to look at the ALT workflow software.
> In addition to eliminating the need for expensive scripting, it allows you
> to automate tasks. For example, I can press the alt key twice, type in gs
> space and then my google search, and my computer will quickly complete a
> google search. I can also have JAWS open documents and move focus to
> particular places, and record macros for automation of tasks. I can log in
> to westlaw by tapping alt twice, hitting space, and typing wl. You can use
> this software to record a series of mouse clicks, automating tasks that were
> formerly only possible with the assistance of a sighted colleague or through
> expensive JAWS scripting.
> 
> I am not receiving any compensation to promote this product, but I find it
> extremely useful. More information is available at
> www.u-r-able.com.The<http://www.u-r-able.com.The> software is a bit pricy,
> but still much less expensive than JAWS. You can also sync your database
> across devices using a service like dropbox, making this useful not only at
> work but at home. I have just started training with it and can already tell
> that my efficiency is improving immensely.
> 
> I would be interested in presenting on technology helpful to blind attorneys
> at a future NABL meeting. Would list members be interested in such
> presentations, or even a series of webinars on technology topics?
> 
> Tai Tomasi, J.D.
> Staff Attorney
> 
> [Description: DR%20IA%20LawCenter]
> 
> 400 East Court Ave., Ste. 300
> Des Moines, Iowa 50309
> Tel: 515-278-2502; Toll Free: 1-800-779-2502
> FAX: 515-278-0539; Relay 711
> E-mail: ttomasi at driowa.org<mailto:ttomasi at driowa.org>
> www.driowa.org
> 
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From rjaquiss at earthlink.net  Sun Feb 28 22:24:36 2016
From: rjaquiss at earthlink.net (rjaquiss)
Date: Sun, 28 Feb 2016 14:24:36 -0800
Subject: [blindlaw] ALT Workflow Accelerator and Task Automation
In-Reply-To: <006a01d1724b$44c65fa0$ce531ee0$@gmail.com>
References: <3C03C4556E00E849909020A575494CCAF6A765@DSM-SBS.disabilityright.local>	<006301d16fdf$99a36ef0$ccea4cd0$@timeldermusic.com>
	<006a01d1724b$44c65fa0$ce531ee0$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <003001d17276$cec13150$6c4393f0$@earthlink.net>

Hello Bruce and list:

     Getting ALT requires the user or a third party to set it up. The
scripts or accelerators have to be written for a specific product. Some
packages are easier to work with than others. For example, I can create
packages for Word on my own. One time, I tried to create accelerators for a
package to drive a 3d printer. The software used a mouse to make selections,
so sighted help was required.

Regards,
Robert



-----Original Message-----
From: BlindLaw [mailto:blindlaw-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Sexton,
bruce via BlindLaw
Sent: Sunday, February 28, 2016 9:13 AM
To: tim at timeldermusic.com; 'Blind Law Mailing List'
Cc: Sexton, bruce
Subject: Re: [blindlaw] ALT Workflow Accelerator and Task Automation

Hi, I don't see the pricing or A place to purchase it online. How much is
it? Can we purchase it online, or do we have to call? 

-Bruce 

-----Original Message-----
From: blindlaw [mailto:blindlaw-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Tim Elder
via blindlaw
Sent: Thursday, February 25, 2016 10:17 AM
To: 'Tai Tomasi'; 'Blind Law Mailing List'
Cc: Tim Elder
Subject: Re: [blindlaw] ALT Workflow Accelerator and Task Automation

I second the usefulness of ALT.  It is a very powerful program.


-----Original Message-----
From: Tai Tomasi [mailto:TTomasi at driowa.org]
Sent: Wednesday, February 24, 2016 7:26 AM
To: Blind Law Mailing List
Subject: [blindlaw] ALT Workflow Accelerator and Task Automation

I would encourage all blind attorneys to look at the ALT workflow software.
In addition to eliminating the need for expensive scripting, it allows you
to automate tasks. For example, I can press the alt key twice, type in gs
space and then my google search, and my computer will quickly complete a
google search. I can also have JAWS open documents and move focus to
particular places, and record macros for automation of tasks. I can log in
to westlaw by tapping alt twice, hitting space, and typing wl. You can use
this software to record a series of mouse clicks, automating tasks that were
formerly only possible with the assistance of a sighted colleague or through
expensive JAWS scripting.

I am not receiving any compensation to promote this product, but I find it
extremely useful. More information is available at
www.u-r-able.com.The<http://www.u-r-able.com.The> software is a bit pricy,
but still much less expensive than JAWS. You can also sync your database
across devices using a service like dropbox, making this useful not only at
work but at home. I have just started training with it and can already tell
that my efficiency is improving immensely.

I would be interested in presenting on technology helpful to blind attorneys
at a future NABL meeting. Would list members be interested in such
presentations, or even a series of webinars on technology topics?

Tai Tomasi, J.D.
Staff Attorney

[Description: DR%20IA%20LawCenter]

400 East Court Ave., Ste. 300
Des Moines, Iowa 50309
Tel: 515-278-2502; Toll Free: 1-800-779-2502
FAX: 515-278-0539; Relay 711
E-mail: ttomasi at driowa.org<mailto:ttomasi at driowa.org>
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From philosopher25 at gmail.com  Mon Feb 29 15:30:58 2016
From: philosopher25 at gmail.com (Sexton, bruce)
Date: Mon, 29 Feb 2016 10:30:58 -0500
Subject: [blindlaw] ALT Workflow Accelerator and Task Automation
In-Reply-To: <7147EE5E-7828-4865-8FE9-EE15A62E7934@driowa.org>
References: <3C03C4556E00E849909020A575494CCAF6A765@DSM-SBS.disabilityright.local>
	<006301d16fdf$99a36ef0$ccea4cd0$@timeldermusic.com>,
	<006a01d1724b$44c65fa0$ce531ee0$@gmail.com>
	<7147EE5E-7828-4865-8FE9-EE15A62E7934@driowa.org>
Message-ID: <004201d17306$30ad5940$92080bc0$@gmail.com>

Unfortunately ALT is too expensive for me as a student with a family. They
require yearly purchases and training. Plus the set up time will probably
take several hours spanning several days. This saddens me because I think it
would meet many, not all, of my needs. 

-----Original Message-----
From: BlindLaw [mailto:blindlaw-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Tai Tomasi
via BlindLaw
Sent: Sunday, February 28, 2016 12:37 PM
To: Blind Law Mailing List
Cc: Tai Tomasi
Subject: Re: [blindlaw] ALT Workflow Accelerator and Task Automation

You need to call. The company determines charges on a case-by-case basis.

Tai Tomasi, J.D., M.P.A.
Staff Attorney
Disability Rights Iowa
Email: ttomasi at driowa.org
Sent from my iPhone. Please excuse my brevity and any grammatical errors.

> On Feb 28, 2016, at 11:14 AM, Sexton, bruce via BlindLaw
<blindlaw at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Hi, I don't see the pricing or A place to purchase it online. How much is
> it? Can we purchase it online, or do we have to call? 
> 
> -Bruce 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: blindlaw [mailto:blindlaw-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Tim Elder
> via blindlaw
> Sent: Thursday, February 25, 2016 10:17 AM
> To: 'Tai Tomasi'; 'Blind Law Mailing List'
> Cc: Tim Elder
> Subject: Re: [blindlaw] ALT Workflow Accelerator and Task Automation
> 
> I second the usefulness of ALT.  It is a very powerful program.
> 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Tai Tomasi [mailto:TTomasi at driowa.org] 
> Sent: Wednesday, February 24, 2016 7:26 AM
> To: Blind Law Mailing List
> Subject: [blindlaw] ALT Workflow Accelerator and Task Automation
> 
> I would encourage all blind attorneys to look at the ALT workflow
software.
> In addition to eliminating the need for expensive scripting, it allows you
> to automate tasks. For example, I can press the alt key twice, type in gs
> space and then my google search, and my computer will quickly complete a
> google search. I can also have JAWS open documents and move focus to
> particular places, and record macros for automation of tasks. I can log in
> to westlaw by tapping alt twice, hitting space, and typing wl. You can use
> this software to record a series of mouse clicks, automating tasks that
were
> formerly only possible with the assistance of a sighted colleague or
through
> expensive JAWS scripting.
> 
> I am not receiving any compensation to promote this product, but I find it
> extremely useful. More information is available at
> www.u-r-able.com.The<http://www.u-r-able.com.The> software is a bit pricy,
> but still much less expensive than JAWS. You can also sync your database
> across devices using a service like dropbox, making this useful not only
at
> work but at home. I have just started training with it and can already
tell
> that my efficiency is improving immensely.
> 
> I would be interested in presenting on technology helpful to blind
attorneys
> at a future NABL meeting. Would list members be interested in such
> presentations, or even a series of webinars on technology topics?
> 
> Tai Tomasi, J.D.
> Staff Attorney
> 
> [Description: DR%20IA%20LawCenter]
> 
> 400 East Court Ave., Ste. 300
> Des Moines, Iowa 50309
> Tel: 515-278-2502; Toll Free: 1-800-779-2502
> FAX: 515-278-0539; Relay 711
> E-mail: ttomasi at driowa.org<mailto:ttomasi at driowa.org>
> www.driowa.org
> 
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From Attorney at alcidonislaw.com  Mon Feb 29 16:14:16 2016
From: Attorney at alcidonislaw.com (Rod Alcidonis, Esquire)
Date: Mon, 29 Feb 2016 11:14:16 -0500
Subject: [blindlaw] Accessible Case Management Software
In-Reply-To: <3C03C4556E00E849909020A575494CCAF6A6F6@DSM-SBS.disabilityright.local>
References: <3C03C4556E00E849909020A575494CCAF427BD@DSM-SBS.disabilityright.local>,
	<BY2PR09MB111C7C54203F96F9EE4B2EAF9AF0@BY2PR09MB111.namprd09.prod.outlook.com><3D68012F-B830-4790-9561-182504C6BC00@pima.gov>
	<3C03C4556E00E849909020A575494CCAF6A6F6@DSM-SBS.disabilityright.local>
Message-ID: <9F830DDCDD504962B877B633F5DA7638@RodTHINK>

I called in and spoke to the developer. The software is no more than a good, 
efficient macro utility, which, in my view is too pricy for what it offers. 
As one other list member has pointed out, it is on a reoccurring basis. 
Between renewing JAWS SMA's and other software subscriptions, it gets very 
costly, quickly.

Many of the functionalities of the software can be achieved with Hotspot 
Clicker for free, if one puts in the time. There are also mainstream 
utilities that I have encountered in the past that would offer similar 
functionality.


Rod Alcidonis, Esq.

-----Original Message----- 
From: Tai Tomasi via blindlaw
Sent: Wednesday, February 24, 2016 10:19 AM
To: Blind Law Mailing List
Cc: Tai Tomasi
Subject: Re: [blindlaw] Accessible Case Management Software

Susan,

Have you looked into using the ALT workflow accelerator to make the software 
accessible. It is an alternative to JAWS scripting. It basically allows one 
to record a macro for certain mouse functions and then assign a hotkey to 
it. This software is incredibly helpful to me, and may be helpful to those 
blind attorneys using inaccessible case management software. My description 
doesn't do it justice, as it has a very robust set of uses. Learn more at 
www.u-r-able.com.

Tai


Tai Tomasi, J.D.
Staff Attorney



400 East Court Ave., Ste. 300
Des Moines, Iowa 50309
Tel: 515-278-2502; Toll Free: 1-800-779-2502
FAX: 515-278-0539; Relay 711
E-mail: ttomasi at driowa.org
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-----Original Message-----
From: blindlaw [mailto:blindlaw-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Susan Kelly 
via blindlaw
Sent: Wednesday, February 24, 2016 9:13 AM
To: Blind Law Mailing List <blindlaw at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Susan Kelly <Susan.Kelly at pima.gov>
Subject: Re: [blindlaw] Accessible Case Management Software

Our office (county governmental agency) uses JustWare, from New Dawn 
Technologies.  It is decidedly NOT accessible as we have it, and is 
apparently not very easy to see or use even for the fully sighted attorneys. 
As I recall from when they were first rolling it out, about the same time I 
was learning JAWS, it possibly could be scripted to become somewhat 
accessible.  Unfortunately, neither the company nor our agency has been 
willing to make the effort, and it is far too complex / time consuming for 
any non-IT staff or user to be expected to do independently.

Sent from my iPad

> On Feb 18, 2016, at 10:53 AM, Nightingale, Noel via blindlaw 
> <blindlaw at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>
> Tai,
>
> This, indeed, has been a constant point of discussion on this list and is 
> a problem we need to spend some energy on agitating about.  Perhaps a 
> resolution this year?
>
> My office uses a product called edocs by OpenText.  It is a document 
> management system and is pretty accessible.  However, I don't know if the 
> version my office, which is a federal government office, has been 
> customized to make it so.  Here is a link to information about it:
>
> http://www.opentext.com/what-we-do/industries/legal/legal-content-management-edocs
>
> Edocs may not be all inclusive enough, though, if you are looking for 
> timekeeping, billing, etcetera to be included in the product.
>
> Noel
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: blindlaw [mailto:blindlaw-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Tai 
> Tomasi via blindlaw
> Sent: Thursday, February 18, 2016 7:02 AM
> To: Blind Law Mailing List
> Cc: Tai Tomasi
> Subject: [blindlaw] Accessible Case Management Software
>
> My office is investigating adoption of a legal case management software 
> package beyond that which P&As use for time tracking and billing. I know 
> this has been discussed here before, but I can't find much via the 
> archives. What case management software does your office use and is it 
> accessible? I would be interested in as much feedback on this as possible.
>
> Tai Tomasi, J.D.
> Staff Attorney
>
> [Description: DR%20IA%20LawCenter]
>
> 400 East Court Ave., Ste. 300
> Des Moines, Iowa 50309
> Tel: 515-278-2502; Toll Free: 1-800-779-2502
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From kelbycarlson at gmail.com  Mon Feb 29 16:30:33 2016
From: kelbycarlson at gmail.com (Kelby Carlson)
Date: Mon, 29 Feb 2016 11:30:33 -0500
Subject: [blindlaw] Double-checking with Online Bluebook
Message-ID: <56d4725c.8532370a.7f93.63ae@mx.google.com>

All,

I use the online subscription to the Bluebook through my school. 
I am wondering if there is a good way to double-check my 
citations for formatting accuracy (italics, type of capitals, 
etc); I'm writing on a BrailleSense, but using my PC for the 
Bluebook. How have you guys handled this? So far I have only had 
to write memoranda for my legal writing class, but I am doing 
write-on at the moment and so have to cite some new sources.



From TTomasi at driowa.org  Mon Feb 29 19:06:31 2016
From: TTomasi at driowa.org (Tai Tomasi)
Date: Mon, 29 Feb 2016 19:06:31 +0000
Subject: [blindlaw] Accessible Case Management Software
In-Reply-To: <9F830DDCDD504962B877B633F5DA7638@RodTHINK>
References: <3C03C4556E00E849909020A575494CCAF427BD@DSM-SBS.disabilityright.local>,
	<BY2PR09MB111C7C54203F96F9EE4B2EAF9AF0@BY2PR09MB111.namprd09.prod.outlook.com><3D68012F-B830-4790-9561-182504C6BC00@pima.gov>
	<3C03C4556E00E849909020A575494CCAF6A6F6@DSM-SBS.disabilityright.local>
	<9F830DDCDD504962B877B633F5DA7638@RodTHINK>
Message-ID: <3C03C4556E00E849909020A575494CCAF6CDE9@DSM-SBS.disabilityright.local>

Rod,

I am glad you have found a solution that works for you. ALT works quite well for me and was worth the price tag for me. As I said, the developer is willing to negotiate on price and will consider payment plans. I wanted to get the word out in the hopes that it might be of interest to others. Many attorneys use it and find it helpful. Yes, it is costly, but it is much less expensive than JAWS scripting, especially when scripts don't last forever and programs must be re-scripted. ALT gives its users the control to complete these tasks, rather than repeatedly paying for new scripts.

Tai


Tai Tomasi, J.D.
Staff Attorney



400 East Court Ave., Ste. 300
Des Moines, Iowa 50309
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FAX: 515-278-0539; Relay 711
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-----Original Message-----
From: BlindLaw [mailto:blindlaw-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Rod Alcidonis, Esquire via BlindLaw
Sent: Monday, February 29, 2016 10:14 AM
To: Blind Law Mailing List <blindlaw at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Rod Alcidonis, Esquire <Attorney at alcidonislaw.com>
Subject: Re: [blindlaw] Accessible Case Management Software

I called in and spoke to the developer. The software is no more than a good, efficient macro utility, which, in my view is too pricy for what it offers. 
As one other list member has pointed out, it is on a reoccurring basis. 
Between renewing JAWS SMA's and other software subscriptions, it gets very costly, quickly.

Many of the functionalities of the software can be achieved with Hotspot Clicker for free, if one puts in the time. There are also mainstream utilities that I have encountered in the past that would offer similar functionality.


Rod Alcidonis, Esq.

-----Original Message-----
From: Tai Tomasi via blindlaw
Sent: Wednesday, February 24, 2016 10:19 AM
To: Blind Law Mailing List
Cc: Tai Tomasi
Subject: Re: [blindlaw] Accessible Case Management Software

Susan,

Have you looked into using the ALT workflow accelerator to make the software accessible. It is an alternative to JAWS scripting. It basically allows one to record a macro for certain mouse functions and then assign a hotkey to it. This software is incredibly helpful to me, and may be helpful to those blind attorneys using inaccessible case management software. My description doesn't do it justice, as it has a very robust set of uses. Learn more at www.u-r-able.com.

Tai


Tai Tomasi, J.D.
Staff Attorney



400 East Court Ave., Ste. 300
Des Moines, Iowa 50309
Tel: 515-278-2502; Toll Free: 1-800-779-2502
FAX: 515-278-0539; Relay 711
E-mail: ttomasi at driowa.org
www.driowa.org

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From: blindlaw [mailto:blindlaw-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Susan Kelly via blindlaw
Sent: Wednesday, February 24, 2016 9:13 AM
To: Blind Law Mailing List <blindlaw at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Susan Kelly <Susan.Kelly at pima.gov>
Subject: Re: [blindlaw] Accessible Case Management Software

Our office (county governmental agency) uses JustWare, from New Dawn Technologies.  It is decidedly NOT accessible as we have it, and is apparently not very easy to see or use even for the fully sighted attorneys. 
As I recall from when they were first rolling it out, about the same time I was learning JAWS, it possibly could be scripted to become somewhat accessible.  Unfortunately, neither the company nor our agency has been willing to make the effort, and it is far too complex / time consuming for any non-IT staff or user to be expected to do independently.

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> On Feb 18, 2016, at 10:53 AM, Nightingale, Noel via blindlaw 
> <blindlaw at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>
> Tai,
>
> This, indeed, has been a constant point of discussion on this list and 
> is a problem we need to spend some energy on agitating about.  Perhaps 
> a resolution this year?
>
> My office uses a product called edocs by OpenText.  It is a document 
> management system and is pretty accessible.  However, I don't know if 
> the version my office, which is a federal government office, has been 
> customized to make it so.  Here is a link to information about it:
>
> http://www.opentext.com/what-we-do/industries/legal/legal-content-mana
> gement-edocs
>
> Edocs may not be all inclusive enough, though, if you are looking for 
> timekeeping, billing, etcetera to be included in the product.
>
> Noel
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: blindlaw [mailto:blindlaw-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Tai 
> Tomasi via blindlaw
> Sent: Thursday, February 18, 2016 7:02 AM
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> Cc: Tai Tomasi
> Subject: [blindlaw] Accessible Case Management Software
>
> My office is investigating adoption of a legal case management 
> software package beyond that which P&As use for time tracking and 
> billing. I know this has been discussed here before, but I can't find 
> much via the archives. What case management software does your office 
> use and is it accessible? I would be interested in as much feedback on this as possible.
>
> Tai Tomasi, J.D.
> Staff Attorney
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From cjdavis9193 at gmail.com  Mon Feb 29 19:18:54 2016
From: cjdavis9193 at gmail.com (Cody J. Davis)
Date: Mon, 29 Feb 2016 14:18:54 -0500
Subject: [blindlaw] Interviewing visually imparied/blind clietns
Message-ID: <045DB936-6268-4853-AFA7-E4733E910491@gmail.com>

All, 

I anyone aware of a video which demonstrates useful skills for an attorney who may be interviewing visually impaired/blind clients. I’m assisting a professor directing a senior law clinic who would to use the materials to educate students on working with clients with varying impairments. 

Thanks, 
Cody Davis

From sy.hoekstra at gmail.com  Mon Feb 29 19:50:39 2016
From: sy.hoekstra at gmail.com (Sybren Hoekstra)
Date: Mon, 29 Feb 2016 14:50:39 -0500
Subject: [blindlaw] Double-checking with Online Bluebook
In-Reply-To: <56d4725c.8532370a.7f93.63ae@mx.google.com>
References: <56d4725c.8532370a.7f93.63ae@mx.google.com>
Message-ID: <98DE8C79-C59C-495D-8357-D5775EE50417@gmail.com>

Writing on is a nightmare, sorry. I dont know any better strategy than just using a ton of insert F. I dont know what the equivelant is on non-jaws screen readers.

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> On Feb 29, 2016, at 11:30, Kelby Carlson via BlindLaw <blindlaw at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> All,
> 
> I use the online subscription to the Bluebook through my school. I am wondering if there is a good way to double-check my citations for formatting accuracy (italics, type of capitals, etc); I'm writing on a BrailleSense, but using my PC for the Bluebook. How have you guys handled this? So far I have only had to write memoranda for my legal writing class, but I am doing write-on at the moment and so have to cite some new sources.
> 
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