Our Legal Cases: Fighting for Disability Rights

DREDF uses strategic litigation to protect and advance the rights of disabled people. We take on high-impact cases that challenge discrimination, improve accessibility, and set legal precedents that benefit the broader disability community. Explore our casework to learn how we’re making an impact.

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DREDF Announces Leadership Transition

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DREDF Denounces Misuse of Power and Supports Our Immigrant Communities

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DREDF Calls on Congress to Vote NO on Deadly Reconciliation Language and Medicaid Cuts

  • Access to Healthcare
  • Healthcare

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DREDF Denounces RFK Jr.’s Comments on Autism as Hateful, Harmful and Uninformed

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Disability Advocacy Organizations Condemn Ableist Attacks on Access to Health Care for Transgender People

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DREDF Celebrates DOT’s Adoption of PROWAG as a Milestone for Accessibility

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DREDF Applauds U.S. Department of Transportation’s New Protections for Airline Passengers with Disabilities

In Memoriam

Statement from the Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund on Diane Coleman’s Passing

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Bold Action Needed to Ensure Home Care Access for People with Disabilities and Older Adults

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Disability Groups Condemn Mask Bans, Urge Lawmakers to Protect Rights