Attorneys Leah Corrigan and Kristen Burke will discuss how the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) applies to recreation and adventure organizations with respect to program participants and organization employees. After first describing what qualifies as a “Disability” under the ADA, the presenters will discuss how creating Essential Eligibility Criteria (for participants), Essential Functions of a position (for employees), and reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities can mitigate risk and improve an organization’s programs and employment practices. The presentation will conclude with breakout sessions in which attendees will apply the presentation’s concepts to employment and participant scenarios.
Kristen Burke is an attorney in Denver, Colorado. She provides risk-management counsel to camps, schools, outfitters, rental shops, and other outdoor recreation clients to help them manage their unique liability risks. She offers advice related to legal documents such as risk release... Read More →
Leah Corrigan is the Managing Attorney of Recreation Law Group, a legal and risk management firm that advises and defends a wide variety of outdoor recreation businesses and organizations. Leah is an experienced litigator who has represented outdoor industry clients in serious personal... Read More →
Wednesday October 16, 2024 8:30am - 10:00am MDT
Alpine East