DOJ Sues SeaWorld’s Parent Company for Disability Discrimination

The Justice Department is suing United Parks & Resorts Inc., the parent company of SeaWorld, for allegedly discriminating against people with disabilities at its theme parks with a policy banning wheeled walkers with seats.

The government alleges the policy violates provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, constituting a pattern or practice of discrimination throughout UPR properties, which include Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and Aquatica Orlando.

“The ADA’s prohibition against discrimination includes providing access to parks, zoos, amusement parks, and other places of recreation, such as those operated by UPR,” according to the lawsuit.

SeaWorld Orlando posted an explanation ...