[NFBC-Info] NFBC-Info Digest, Vol 173, Issue 6
Jordan Mirander
jordanmirander at icloud.com
Tue Oct 8 12:22:43 UTC 2019
Actually, jim, you are a little bit off there. Lyft is $23 from the calltrain station, and uber is $20. I wished it was $15
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> Yes, unfortunately, that does not work for all people. I really really want to attend the convention, but i have an appointment that morning. There are afternoon megabusses that goes from anaheim to san jose, california. How much is a lyft/uber ride from there to the hotel? I will definitely be taking the convention party bus back home.
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>> 1. Re: Convention transportation (president at nfbcal.org)
>> 2. State Convention In One Month! (Rachel Grider)
>> 3. Door Prizes for State Convention (Tiffany Manosh)
>> 4. Transportation to State Convention (Eric Calhoun)
>> 5. Re: Door Prizes for State Convention (tim at timeldermusic.com)
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>> Message: 1
>> Date: Mon, 7 Oct 2019 07:33:23 -0700
>> From: <president at nfbcal.org>
>> To: "'NFB of California List'" <nfbc-info at nfbnet.org>
>> Cc: "'skylar covich'" <covich7 at gmail.com>
>> Subject: Re: [NFBC-Info] Convention transportation
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>> Uber or Lyft rides between the San Jose train station and the Milpitas hotel
>> are reasonable. There may also be public buses out of that train station.
>>
>>
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: NFBC-Info <nfbc-info-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of skylar covich
>> via NFBC-Info
>> Sent: Sunday, October 6, 2019 2:44 PM
>> To: nfbc-info at nfbnet.org
>> Cc: skylar covich <covich7 at gmail.com>
>> Subject: [NFBC-Info] Convention transportation
>>
>> I thought it might be good to start a brainstorming conversation about
>> transportation to the convention.
>> Personally none of the shuttle stops are convenient for me, although the
>> LA one will probably be passing through my town, Ventura. But to keep
>> options open, does anyone know where in LA the shuttle will pick up?
>> Another option might be to take the train; I think I could change in San
>> Luis Obispo and make it to San Jose. Is anyone else planning to take the
>> train? Are there easy ways to get from San Jose to Milpitas?
>>
>> Trains are limited on Sunday, however. What time is the convention
>> expected to be over?
>> Skylar
>>
>>
>>
>> --
>> Skylar J. Covich, Ph.D.
>> Lecturer in American Government
>> CSU Channel Islands
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>> Message: 2
>> Date: Mon, 7 Oct 2019 11:06:53 -0700
>> From: Rachel Grider <rachel.grider at gmail.com>
>> To: nfbc-info at nfbnet.org
>> Subject: [NFBC-Info] State Convention In One Month!
>> Message-ID:
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>> Good afternoon, everyone!
>>
>> Do you love meeting other blind people who share your goals and
>> interests? Are you trying to decide whether or not to go to school to
>> pursue a career? Are you a blind person who wants to learn skills to
>> become more self-reliant but are unsure where and how to start? Are
>> you a parent, educator, or supporter of a blind individual and would
>> like to learn how best to help him or her succeed? Do you love
>> learning about new and innovative access technology? Are you a guide
>> dog user wanting to connect with and learn from other guide dog users?
>> Are you a blind student wanting to build meaningful connections with
>> other blind students and mentors? Are you a newly blind individual who
>> feels lost and unsure of where to turn?
>>
>> If this describes you in any way, then the National Federation of the
>> Blind of California's state convention is for you! Don't miss three
>> days of enriching and empowering opportunities to make connections,
>> learn new skills, and get your questions answered from November 7
>> through November 10 in Milpitas, California. We will have
>> presentations on careers, advocacy, and technology (including
>> information on the self-driving car), meetings for special interest
>> groups, including students, guide dog users, parents of blind
>> children, and people with diabetes, classes on using the white cane,
>> and many vendors who will be demonstrating cutting-edge technology and
>> adaptive devices.
>>
>> Below is the link with all the information and registration for
>> convention, including the scholarship application for students.
>> Remember, discounted registration and room rates will end on October
>> 15, so don't wait too long to register. If you have any questions or
>> concerns about convention, including needing help to find a roommate
>> or information on transportation, please feel free to reach out to me
>> off-list or contact your local chapter president.
>>
>> www.nfbcal.org/convention
>>
>> Don't miss this chance to attend the largest gathering of blind people
>> in the state. I hope to meet all of you at convention!
>>
>> Best,
>>
>> Rachel
>>
>>
>>
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>>
>> Message: 3
>> Date: Mon, 7 Oct 2019 11:28:03 -0700
>> From: Tiffany Manosh <tmanosh at gmail.com>
>> To: NFBC-Info <nfbc-info at nfbnet.org>
>> Subject: [NFBC-Info] Door Prizes for State Convention
>> Message-ID:
>> <CAJnC6B0Agv_z54M2CA-EDiJ3ftACmn4SJW2f6pT1xNFix0a5PQ at mail.gmail.com>
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>>
>> Hello All,
>>
>> I too hope you are gearing up for State Convention as it is one month
>> away. I will be collecting door prizes for convention. Please bring your
>> items to convention and bring them to the first general session on Friday.
>> Please have your chapter name and the item in Braille and Large Print.
>>
>> Thank you and see you all at convention!
>> Tiffany Manosh
>>
>>
>> ------------------------------
>>
>> Message: 4
>> Date: Mon, 7 Oct 2019 15:09:31 -0500
>> From: Eric Calhoun <eric at pmpmail.com>
>> To: nfbc-info at nfbnet.org
>> Subject: [NFBC-Info] Transportation to State Convention
>> Message-ID: <EE.89.01166.C8B9B9D5 at mtl-mtsp-mta02-out1>
>> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1"
>>
>> Reading the conversation on the trip to Convention, I would recommend
>> taking the Metrolink down to Union Station and paying the $25 fee to
>> Convention, then traveling on Greyhound into Ventura. Incidently, I'm
>> looking for options to stream the Convention, as my money is tight and I
>> can't go this trip.
>> ..
>> ..
>>
>> It's 2019! Facebook: eric at pmpmail.com; click on "Works For God The
>> Father." My groups: Pen Pals, Prayer Reque ts, and More with Eric Calhoun;
>> https://www.facebook.com/groups/631397660379317/, and Loving Labs, all
>> about the labrador retriever, at
>> https://www.facebook.com/groups/2207028296232736/
>>
>> ..
>>
>> Peace on earth, goodwill to men! Be good to each other! May God bless!
>>
>> Eric!
>>
>> ..
>>
>>
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>>
>> Message: 5
>> Date: Mon, 7 Oct 2019 14:42:13 -0700
>> From: <tim at timeldermusic.com>
>> To: "'NFB of California List'" <nfbc-info at nfbnet.org>
>> Subject: Re: [NFBC-Info] Door Prizes for State Convention
>> Message-ID: <011201d57d58$14c55b50$3e5011f0$@timeldermusic.com>
>> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"
>>
>> Everyone,
>>
>> I'm attaching a donation letter that chapter leaders may use to solicit door
>> prize or auction items for the state convention. Please feel free to ask
>> businesses for such donations.
>>
>>
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: NFBC-Info <nfbc-info-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Tiffany Manosh
>> via NFBC-Info
>> Sent: Monday, October 7, 2019 11:28 AM
>> To: NFBC-Info <nfbc-info at nfbnet.org>
>> Cc: Tiffany Manosh <tmanosh at gmail.com>
>> Subject: [NFBC-Info] Door Prizes for State Convention
>>
>> Hello All,
>>
>> I too hope you are gearing up for State Convention as it is one month away.
>> I will be collecting door prizes for convention. Please bring your items to
>> convention and bring them to the first general session on Friday.
>> Please have your chapter name and the item in Braille and Large Print.
>>
>> Thank you and see you all at convention!
>> Tiffany Manosh
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> Message: 2
> Date: Mon, 7 Oct 2019 20:12:56 -0700
> From: Jim Barbour <jbar at barcore.com>
> To: NFB of California List <nfbc-info at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Jordan Mirander <jordanmirander at icloud.com>
> Subject: Re: [NFBC-Info] [NFBC-info} transportation
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> The mega bus will drop you at the Diridon Caltrain/Amtrak station. From there, it?s a $15 to $20 Lyft ride to the hotel.
>
> The airport is a bit farther from the hotel, perhaps $25.
>
> Jim
>
> Written while on the move,,
>
>> On Oct 7, 2019, at 7:04 PM, Jordan Mirander via NFBC-Info <nfbc-info at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>
>> ?Yes, unfortunately, that does not work for all people. I really really want to attend the convention, but i have an appointment that morning. There are afternoon megabusses that goes from anaheim to san jose, california. How much is a lyft/uber ride from there to the hotel? I will definitely be taking the convention party bus back home.
>>
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>>>
>>> 1. Re: Convention transportation (president at nfbcal.org)
>>> 2. State Convention In One Month! (Rachel Grider)
>>> 3. Door Prizes for State Convention (Tiffany Manosh)
>>> 4. Transportation to State Convention (Eric Calhoun)
>>> 5. Re: Door Prizes for State Convention (tim at timeldermusic.com)
>>>
>>>
>>> ----------------------------------------------------------------------
>>>
>>> Message: 1
>>> Date: Mon, 7 Oct 2019 07:33:23 -0700
>>> From: <president at nfbcal.org>
>>> To: "'NFB of California List'" <nfbc-info at nfbnet.org>
>>> Cc: "'skylar covich'" <covich7 at gmail.com>
>>> Subject: Re: [NFBC-Info] Convention transportation
>>> Message-ID: <019e01d57d1c$2ccb87b0$86629710$@nfbcal.org>
>>> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"
>>>
>>> Uber or Lyft rides between the San Jose train station and the Milpitas hotel
>>> are reasonable. There may also be public buses out of that train station.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: NFBC-Info <nfbc-info-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of skylar covich
>>> via NFBC-Info
>>> Sent: Sunday, October 6, 2019 2:44 PM
>>> To: nfbc-info at nfbnet.org
>>> Cc: skylar covich <covich7 at gmail.com>
>>> Subject: [NFBC-Info] Convention transportation
>>>
>>> I thought it might be good to start a brainstorming conversation about
>>> transportation to the convention.
>>> Personally none of the shuttle stops are convenient for me, although the
>>> LA one will probably be passing through my town, Ventura. But to keep
>>> options open, does anyone know where in LA the shuttle will pick up?
>>> Another option might be to take the train; I think I could change in San
>>> Luis Obispo and make it to San Jose. Is anyone else planning to take the
>>> train? Are there easy ways to get from San Jose to Milpitas?
>>>
>>> Trains are limited on Sunday, however. What time is the convention
>>> expected to be over?
>>> Skylar
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> --
>>> Skylar J. Covich, Ph.D.
>>> Lecturer in American Government
>>> CSU Channel Islands
>>>
>>> _______________________________________________
>>> NFBC-Info mailing list
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>>> om
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>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> ------------------------------
>>>
>>> Message: 2
>>> Date: Mon, 7 Oct 2019 11:06:53 -0700
>>> From: Rachel Grider <rachel.grider at gmail.com>
>>> To: nfbc-info at nfbnet.org
>>> Subject: [NFBC-Info] State Convention In One Month!
>>> Message-ID:
>>> <CAAQhqyQ2cQu6XtKCwjJ0Smc+ua6RVTCfYTfNTj6gNR06mZJ-7A at mail.gmail.com>
>>> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="UTF-8"
>>>
>>> Good afternoon, everyone!
>>>
>>> Do you love meeting other blind people who share your goals and
>>> interests? Are you trying to decide whether or not to go to school to
>>> pursue a career? Are you a blind person who wants to learn skills to
>>> become more self-reliant but are unsure where and how to start? Are
>>> you a parent, educator, or supporter of a blind individual and would
>>> like to learn how best to help him or her succeed? Do you love
>>> learning about new and innovative access technology? Are you a guide
>>> dog user wanting to connect with and learn from other guide dog users?
>>> Are you a blind student wanting to build meaningful connections with
>>> other blind students and mentors? Are you a newly blind individual who
>>> feels lost and unsure of where to turn?
>>>
>>> If this describes you in any way, then the National Federation of the
>>> Blind of California's state convention is for you! Don't miss three
>>> days of enriching and empowering opportunities to make connections,
>>> learn new skills, and get your questions answered from November 7
>>> through November 10 in Milpitas, California. We will have
>>> presentations on careers, advocacy, and technology (including
>>> information on the self-driving car), meetings for special interest
>>> groups, including students, guide dog users, parents of blind
>>> children, and people with diabetes, classes on using the white cane,
>>> and many vendors who will be demonstrating cutting-edge technology and
>>> adaptive devices.
>>>
>>> Below is the link with all the information and registration for
>>> convention, including the scholarship application for students.
>>> Remember, discounted registration and room rates will end on October
>>> 15, so don't wait too long to register. If you have any questions or
>>> concerns about convention, including needing help to find a roommate
>>> or information on transportation, please feel free to reach out to me
>>> off-list or contact your local chapter president.
>>>
>>> www.nfbcal.org/convention
>>>
>>> Don't miss this chance to attend the largest gathering of blind people
>>> in the state. I hope to meet all of you at convention!
>>>
>>> Best,
>>>
>>> Rachel
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> ------------------------------
>>>
>>> Message: 3
>>> Date: Mon, 7 Oct 2019 11:28:03 -0700
>>> From: Tiffany Manosh <tmanosh at gmail.com>
>>> To: NFBC-Info <nfbc-info at nfbnet.org>
>>> Subject: [NFBC-Info] Door Prizes for State Convention
>>> Message-ID:
>>> <CAJnC6B0Agv_z54M2CA-EDiJ3ftACmn4SJW2f6pT1xNFix0a5PQ at mail.gmail.com>
>>> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="UTF-8"
>>>
>>> Hello All,
>>>
>>> I too hope you are gearing up for State Convention as it is one month
>>> away. I will be collecting door prizes for convention. Please bring your
>>> items to convention and bring them to the first general session on Friday.
>>> Please have your chapter name and the item in Braille and Large Print.
>>>
>>> Thank you and see you all at convention!
>>> Tiffany Manosh
>>>
>>>
>>> ------------------------------
>>>
>>> Message: 4
>>> Date: Mon, 7 Oct 2019 15:09:31 -0500
>>> From: Eric Calhoun <eric at pmpmail.com>
>>> To: nfbc-info at nfbnet.org
>>> Subject: [NFBC-Info] Transportation to State Convention
>>> Message-ID: <EE.89.01166.C8B9B9D5 at mtl-mtsp-mta02-out1>
>>> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1"
>>>
>>> Reading the conversation on the trip to Convention, I would recommend
>>> taking the Metrolink down to Union Station and paying the $25 fee to
>>> Convention, then traveling on Greyhound into Ventura. Incidently, I'm
>>> looking for options to stream the Convention, as my money is tight and I
>>> can't go this trip.
>>> ..
>>> ..
>>>
>>> It's 2019! Facebook: eric at pmpmail.com; click on "Works For God The
>>> Father." My groups: Pen Pals, Prayer Reque ts, and More with Eric Calhoun;
>>> https://www.facebook.com/groups/631397660379317/, and Loving Labs, all
>>> about the labrador retriever, at
>>> https://www.facebook.com/groups/2207028296232736/
>>>
>>> ..
>>>
>>> Peace on earth, goodwill to men! Be good to each other! May God bless!
>>>
>>> Eric!
>>>
>>> ..
>>>
>>>
>>> ------------------------------
>>>
>>> Message: 5
>>> Date: Mon, 7 Oct 2019 14:42:13 -0700
>>> From: <tim at timeldermusic.com>
>>> To: "'NFB of California List'" <nfbc-info at nfbnet.org>
>>> Subject: Re: [NFBC-Info] Door Prizes for State Convention
>>> Message-ID: <011201d57d58$14c55b50$3e5011f0$@timeldermusic.com>
>>> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"
>>>
>>> Everyone,
>>>
>>> I'm attaching a donation letter that chapter leaders may use to solicit door
>>> prize or auction items for the state convention. Please feel free to ask
>>> businesses for such donations.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: NFBC-Info <nfbc-info-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Tiffany Manosh
>>> via NFBC-Info
>>> Sent: Monday, October 7, 2019 11:28 AM
>>> To: NFBC-Info <nfbc-info at nfbnet.org>
>>> Cc: Tiffany Manosh <tmanosh at gmail.com>
>>> Subject: [NFBC-Info] Door Prizes for State Convention
>>>
>>> Hello All,
>>>
>>> I too hope you are gearing up for State Convention as it is one month away.
>>> I will be collecting door prizes for convention. Please bring your items to
>>> convention and bring them to the first general session on Friday.
>>> Please have your chapter name and the item in Braille and Large Print.
>>>
>>> Thank you and see you all at convention!
>>> Tiffany Manosh
>>> _______________________________________________
>>> NFBC-Info mailing list
>>> NFBC-Info at nfbnet.org
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>>> To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info for
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> Message: 3
> Date: Tue, 8 Oct 2019 03:42:49 -0500
> From: "Eric Calhoun" <eric at pmpmail.com>
> To: nfbc-info at nfbnet.org
> Subject: [NFBC-Info] FW: [GTTsupport] US Supreme Court Won't Hear The
> Domino's Case (Hooray!)
> Message-ID: <31.E1.01166.C0C4C9D5 at mtl-mtsp-mta02-out1>
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1"
>
> A great victory in the blindness movement!
>
>
> Original Message:
> From: "Albert Ruel" <albertruel at gmail.com>
> To: <GTTSupport at Groups.io>
> Subject: [GTTsupport] US Supreme Court Won't Hear The Domino's Case
> (Hooray!)
> Date:
> Mon, 7 Oct 2019 16:28:50 -0700
>
> US Supreme Court Won't Hear The Domino's Case (Hooray!)
> <https://www.lflegal.com/2019/10/dominos-supreme-court/>
>
> lflegal.com
>
>
>
> US Supreme Court Won't Hear The Domino's Case (Hooray!)
>
> 5-6 minutes
>
> ----------------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> ----
>
>
>
> article
>
> pizza slices with gooey cheese
>
>
>
> Great news for advocates of digital inclusion for people with
> disabilities!
> Today the United States Supreme Court rejected Domino's Pizza's efforts
> to
>
> overturn the Ninth Circuit federal appeals court opinion in the Domino's
> web
> and mobile accessibility case.
>
>
>
> That appeals court opinion said that disabled people can bring claims
> under
> the Americans with Disabilities Act if a website or mobile application is
> not
>
> accessible. Domino's efforts to gut the ADA and get this opinion
> overruled
> failed.
>
>
>
> The case of Domino's Pizza, LLC v. Robles, Guiollermo, Case number
> 18-1539
> is on the Supreme Court's October 7, 2019 list of cases under the title
> "CERTIORARI
>
> DENIED."
>
>
>
> Cert Denied, as it is referred to by lawyers, means the Court will not
> even
> consider the case. No reasoning, no ruling one way or the other, and we
> don't
>
> know if any justices disagreed.
>
>
>
> All we know is that the highest court in the United States will not rule
> (at
> least in the Domino's case) on website or mobile accessibility lawsuits
> under
>
> the ADA. And that the Ninth Circuit's opinion in favor of ADA coverage of
> websites and mobile apps remains good law. Whew!!
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> Digital accessibility in the legal space lives to see another day
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> The US Supreme Court's action today means that the ruling of the Ninth
> Circuit Court of Appeals in the Domino's case is good law. That ruling
> held
> that
>
> the case against Domino's Pizza under the ADA based on its inaccessible
> website and mobile application could remain in court.
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>
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> The Ninth Circuit held that Title III of the ADA covers both mobile
> applications and websites with a connection (nexus) to a physical place of
> public accommodation.
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> (The court did not say that websites not connected were not covered by
> the
> ADA, it just did not decide that issue.) In footnote 6 it wrote: "We need
> not
>
> decide whether the ADA covers the websites or apps of a physical place of
> public accommodation where their inaccessibility does not impede access to
> the
>
> goods and services of a physical location."
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> Domino's could have made its website accessible after that ruling, but
> instead chose to keep fighting, and asked the US Supreme Court to overrule
> the Ninth
>
> Circuit. Today the Supreme Court declined Domino's request.
>
>
>
> I wrote about the
>
> Ninth Circuit opinion in the Domino's case back in January, 2019
>
> when the order came out. In the post I pulled out some of my favorite
> quotes
> from the opinion, including this one. This quote and others are still
> good
>
> law after the US Supreme Court's announcement today:
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> Moreover, since it announced its position in 1996, DOJ has "repeatedly
> affirmed the application of [T]itle III to Web sites of public
> accommodations."
>
> 75 Fed. Reg. 43460-01, 43464 (July 26, 2010). Thus, at least since 1996,
> Domino's has been on notice that its online offerings must effectively
> communicate
>
> with its disabled customers and facilitate "full and equal enjoyment" of
> Domino's goods and services.
>
>
>
> And in any case, our precedent is clear that, "as a general matter, the
> lack
> of specific regulations cannot eliminate a statutory obligation. Ninth
> Circuit
>
> Opinion in Domino's Pizza case.
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> You can
>
> read the full 25 page Ninth Circuit opinion (PDF) here.
>
>
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> What's Next for the Domino's Case?
>
>
>
> My post about the Domino's Ninth Circuit opinion was titled "Big Win for
> Web
> Accessibility in Domino's Pizza case," and it was. (For mobile
> accessibility
>
> too.) But even now, the case is not over.
>
>
>
> The Ninth Circuit opinion said the case could stay in court; that a
> disabled
> person could pursue a claim under the Americans with Disabilities Act for
>
> web and mobile accessibility. The U.S. Supreme Court left that opinion
> alone.
>
>
>
> But the the blind plaintiff has not won the Domino's case yet. Now that
> it
> is decided the case can stay in court, it goes back to the Federal
> District
>
> Court in California for further proceedings.
>
>
>
> One of two things can happen: the parties can keep fighting, or the
> parties
> can settle. It's not hard to guess what I think should happen.
>
>
>
> Domino's could have saved hundreds of thousands of dollars by removing
> barriers on its website and settling the case. Company costs have only
> gone
> up in
>
> choosing to fight. Although nothing on LFLegal.com is legal advice
> (including this post) I'd go so far as to say that Domino's got bad advice
> from whatever
>
> lawyer has ben advising the company to take this route.
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