Disability rights
Media and commentary related to our work to make society more accessible, supportive and fair for people with disability.
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ABC News: NDIS ordered to fund mobility scooter in ‘extremely significant’ Federal Court ruling
Our client Lee Eastham won a game-changing case against the NDIA, which could mean people with multiple disabilities can access more NDIS supports.
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Game-changing court win forces a fairer NDIS funding approach
Our client Lee Eastham has won a Federal Court case against the NDIA, meaning the agency has to consider all his needs when making funding decisions.
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Powerd: A Victorian woman’s fight against disability discrimination is paving the way for improved access to rideshare services
An independent review of Uber’s Australian Operations will now proceed after settling a disability discrimination case brought on by our client Paula Hobley
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ABC News: Uber quietly agrees to external review after woman sues over guide dog refusals
Uber has agreed to an independent review of its Australian operations after settling a disability discrimination case brought by our client Paula Hobley.
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Accountability for Uber after disability discrimination complaint
Uber Australia has agreed to an independent review of its Australian operations in response to a disability discrimination case filed by our client Paula Hobley.
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2SER: Calling for a ‘Whole of Person’ approach to NDIS funding
Senior Solicitor Sheetal Balakrishnan explained how a whole of person approach from the NDIS would mean more people get the support they need.
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ABC News: Woman with disability twice denied permission to fly with assistance dog by Air New Zealand
We assisted Lisa Robinson in a complaint against Air New Zealand. In a win for passengers with assistance animals, the airline has changed its policy.
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Air New Zealand policy change a win for travellers with assistance dogs
We assisted Lisa Robinson with a complaint after Air New Zealand prevented her from flying with her assistance animal in the cabin.
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Channel 10 News: Disability Advocates Speak Out After Virgin Australia Airport Ordeals
Senior Solicitor Erin Turner Manners spoke about the systemic barriers that prevent equal access to air travel for people with disability.