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DRA can provide several publications in a variety of accessible formats. Most publications are free and all are available electronically from this site. For more information, please scroll down or choose from the links below.

You can order publications from our secure online form.

For all publications requested in print, large print, or Braille, DRA charges $3.50 to cover the cost of shipping and handling. While we try to ship orders as soon as possible, and have nearly all titles and formats in stock, some items may require up to six weeks for shipping.

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Through the Maze, Edition II: A Guide to Health Care & Insurance Rights & Resources for Californians with Disabilities (169 Pages)

Cover of 'Through the Maze'This book educates people about the rights to accessible health care and gives information about the law and protections guaranteeing access to quality insurance. In addition, this book provides a listing of useful community resources. $10.00 per copy (includes tax, postage and handling) Learn more about Through the Maze>

DRA Annual Report 2007-2008: Defending The Civil Rights Of People With Disabilities

Cover of 'DRA ANNUAL REPORT 2007-2008' Learn more about the latest updates on DRA's cases, projects and more. This publication is available as a Adobe PDF File, and also as a plain text file Learn More about the Report >

Access to Schools: A Legal Guide to the Rights of Public School Students with Disabilities

Cover of 'Access to Schools'Access to School educates California students, guardians and educators about their access rights and the legal obligations of school districts. Learn more about Access to Schools>

A Call to Action: A Guide for Managed Care Plans Serving Californians with Disabilities

Cover of 'A Call to Action'This report, based on over 400 surveys, provides a snapshot of the experiences of Californians regarding disability access needs in managed health care. Learn more about A Call to Action>

Forgotten Crimes

Cover of 'Forgotten Crimes'This concise, scholarly history explored the development of the Nazi regime's euthanasia programs and the nightmarish plight suffered by more than one million people with disabilities during the Nazi era. Learn more about Forgotten Crimes>

Know your Rights

Cover of 'Know your Rights'A pocket guide to health care & insurance for Californians with disabilities. Also available in Spanish and Chinese. Learn more about Learn more about Know your Rights>

Disability Watch, Volume 2

Cover of 'Disability Watch, Volume 2'This Report provides an update on the status of people with disabilities nationwide, Disability Watch, Volume 2 includes chapters focusing on: Hidden Disabilities (Mental Health and Learning Disabilities), the Positive Impact of Technology and Disability; Access to Health and Other Insurance for People with Disabilities; and Employment and Earnings. Learn more about Disability Watch, Volume 2>

Opening Doors: A Guide to Employment Rights for Californians Who Are Deaf, Hard Of Hearing, Blind or Visually Impaired

Cover of 'Opening Doors'This handbook explains the legal rights of people with disabilities to fair treatment in employment, both in the hiring process and on the job. It also provides an overview of the law and your legal rights, and includes strategies and resources to help you assert your rights more effectively. Learn more about Opening Doors>

Communication Access for Deaf and Hard-Of-Hearing People

Cover of 'Communication Access'According to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and California Law, event planners are required to make accommodations to ensure that deaf and hard-of-hearing attendees have communication access. This guide, written for event planners explains the types of accommodations available and how to use them effectively. Learn more about Communication Access>

Do No Harm: High Stakes Testing and Students with Learning Disabilities

Cover of 'Do No Harm'This expert report focuses on the needs and rights of students with learning disabilities with regard to high-stakes standardized tests and how the design of many standardized tests discriminate against students with those disabilities. Learn more about Do No Harm>

Struggle for Equality: Status of Human Rights of People with Disabilities in Central Europe

Cover of 'Struggle for Equality'Written in 2001, this publication reports on recent advances in legislation, development of disability organizations, and the continued violation of human rights experienced by people with disabilities. Learn more about Struggle for Equality>


Order Online:

You can order publications in print, large print, or Braille via our secure online form. Publications are free, but we ask $3.50 per copy for shipping charges. Please allow 7 – 10 business days for delivery. For large or rush orders, please contact our office by emailing publications@dralegal.org or calling (510) 665-8644. Our TTY number is (510) 665 8716. Proceed to secure online order form.