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Strategic ADA Compliance and Litigation Support from a Seasoned Engineering Expert

  • Writer: Parker Atkins
    Parker Atkins
  • Nov 4, 2025
  • 2 min read

Combining over three decades of engineering experience with accessibility specialization and real estate development insight to help law firms and commercial property owners manage ADA risk and respond effectively to litigation.


ADA Defense Litigation Is on the Rise

ADA lawsuits are increasing nationwide, and many stem from opportunistic claims that pressure property owners into costly settlements. This pattern often resembles white-collar extortion: pay plaintiff counsel to dismiss the suit or face expensive litigation.

To protect your interests, you need a seasoned professional who understands the technical accessibility requirements of your building or facility.


ADA Compliance Is More Technical Than You Think

The Americans with Disabilities Act spans thousands of pages across multiple titles, technical standards, and interpretive guidance documents. Title III alone governs public accommodations and commercial facilities with detailed specifications for:

  • Accessible routes

  • Restrooms

  • Parking

  • Signage

  • Maneuvering clearances

  • Reach ranges

  • Slope tolerances


ADA compliance isn’t just about installing grab bars or ramps—it demands engineering-level precision. A deviation of less than one inch in ramp slope or width can trigger litigation.


What Makes ADA Defense So Complex?

  • Ambiguity in standards: ADA guidelines leave room for interpretation, especially in older buildings.

  • Serial plaintiffs: Some lawsuits are filed with little intent to resolve accessibility issues.

  • High stakes: Noncompliance can lead to costly settlements, business disruption, and excessive unbudgeted expenses.


How I Help Clients Navigate ADA Litigation

As a Registered Accessibility Specialist and Professional Engineer, I offer:

  • Expert Witness Services - I’ve supported numerous federal lawsuits, providing defensible ADA Allegation Investigations, Expert Witness Reports, depositions, and courtroom testimony—with a proven track record of success.

  • Strategic Consulting - I collaborate directly with legal teams to craft technical defenses aligned with ADA and TAS compliance standards.

  • ADA Technical Site Evaluations - I’ve conducted hundreds of accessibility assessments to identify and mitigate ADA Commercial Property Liability risks.


Why My Background Sets Me Apart

  • 32 plus years as a licensed Professional Engineer

  • 7 plus years as a Texas Registered Accessibility Specialist

  • 20 plus years as a real estate developer—I understand both compliance and construction realities

  • Extensive litigation experience—from pre-trial strategy to expert testimony


Few professionals in the U.S. combine engineering, ADA expertise, real estate development, and litigation support at this level. That’s why law firms and commercial property owners trust me as an integral member of their ADA defense litigation team.



Ready to Strengthen Your Defense?

Whether you’re facing a lawsuit or want to proactively reduce your exposure, I’m here to help.






 
 
 

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