A Critique of Economic Analysis of the ADA

Authors

  • Tom Tolin
  • Martin Patwell

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18061/dsq.v23i1.405

Keywords:

ADA, economic analysis, employment

Abstract

The purpose of this paper is to critique economic analysis of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contrary to recent research, we conclude that the law did not create significant amounts of involuntary unemployment for workers with disabilities during the 1990s. Observed decreases in employment for this group can be explained, instead, as voluntary exits from the labor force. Our suggestions for more balanced economic analysis of the ADA conclude the paper.

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Published

2003-01-15

How to Cite

Tolin, T., & Patwell, M. (2003). A Critique of Economic Analysis of the ADA. Disability Studies Quarterly, 23(1). https://doi.org/10.18061/dsq.v23i1.405