Arguably, the most recognizable quote from the movie “The Fast and the Furious” that was once iconic, but is now more cheesetastic, is when Dominic Toretto, played by Vin Diesel, tells Paul Walker’s character Brian O’Conner that “I live my life a quarter mile at a time.” Within the [..}
An Inaccessible Taxi-ing Situation
by on September 26, 2011
One story about public access, or rather an extreme lack thereof, for people with disabilities that I have been following for a few years is the ongoing saga about the high level of inaccessible taxicabs in New York City. In short, there aren’t near enough to cater to such a large population of [..}
Obstacles in the Community: Sidewalk Ramps
by on August 12, 2011
Being in a wheelchair poses many obstacles in the community. One major thing is accessibility; whether it be stairs, narrow doorways or a jampacked clothing store. It all poses a problem for someone using a wheelchair. One thing that can be a problem is sidewalk ramps. In the front of most [..}
Man’s Lawsuit Crusade To Make NYC More Accessible
by on June 22, 2011
I recently came across an article in The New York Post that highlighted 31 year old Zoltan Hirsch, a double-amputee and wheelchair-user from Brooklyn, who’s a bit of a celebrity, known for filing lawsuits against establishments in NYC that aren’t accessible and fail to meet ADA guidelines. And [..}
Accessible Parking for Pregnancy? Count Me Out.
by on April 11, 2011
In my world—the world of a wheelchair using spinal cord injury quadriplegic—access, accessibility, and accommodations are key elements to leveling the playing field so that I can continue to be an active and productive member of society. That’s why I’m not a fan of a recent [..}
Crusader for the Non Bi-Pedal, On a Wheeled Horse I Ride.
by on October 26, 2010
I am out on my weekly self appointed crusade to patrol the parking spots deemed worthy only for us wheeled class. My first three stops: CVS, Staples and Wal-Mart. Wal-Mart, normally a Hedin of faux parkers is unusually quiet. With ample parking and no gawkers in sight, I decide to [..}
Making Hotel Bathrooms Safe for Transfers
by on October 18, 2010
I was sitting in the lobby of the hotel waiting for a taxi when Bob, the General Manager of Freedom Designs (a sister company) asked whether the hotel room was accessible and fit my needs. Bob and I are often at the same tradeshows and he has come to understand my needs due to long hours together [..}
Insight into Job Searching with a Disability
by on September 30, 2010
Being stuck in a lengthy, ongoing job search is awful. With the exception of a six month stint as a disability management consultant at Best Buy for six months in 2008 (I created a corporate disability accommodations “toolkit” for retail store managers) I have been on the job hunt since I [..}
Planning Home Accessibility for a Special Needs Child
by on August 23, 2010
Does your child need more room to move around with their walker, wheelchair or stander? You’re not alone; many parents face this same issue. Some know what should be done and others have no clue where to begin. For those that are going through this decision, I have put together some questions [..}
Reserved Parking (Thanks to the ADA)
by on July 26, 2010
Today is the twentieth anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, which is the landmark legislation that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in regard to employment, housing, education, public services, and public accommodations. When it was signed into law by [..}
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