New York Bar Exam Board Granted Immunity in ADA Accommodations Case, 2nd Circuit Rules

The 2nd Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled that the New York State Board of Law Examiners enjoys immunity from a lawsuit seeking accommodations for bar exam candidates under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The litigation, spearheaded by plaintiff’s counsel Mary Vargas of Stein & Vargas, highlights concerns about systemic discrimination against individuals with disabilities. Vargas argues that the decision undermines the intention of the ADA, which was designed to enable people with disabilities to contribute their full potential to society. For more details on the case and its implications, visit this article.