Karina is confined to a wheelchair due to a car accident in which she suffered severe spinal damage. She is applying for a position as a hostess at a restaurant. The hiring manager at the restaurant would like to hire Karina,but is concerned that her disability may make it difficult for her to do the job. In making the hiring decision,what should the hiring manager know about the restaurants obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act?

Americans with Disabilities Act

A civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life, including jobs, schools, transportation, and all public and private places that are open to the general public.

Wheelchair

A chair with wheels designed to be a mobility aid for individuals who are unable to walk or have difficulty walking.

Hiring decision

The process and conclusion reached by employers regarding the selection of an individual to fill a job position within the organization.