Denied but Determined: Marc Fishman’s Battle for Disability Rights in Family Court

In this eye-opening episode of We’re Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland sits down with civil rights advocate Marc Fishman, a disabled father from New York who has spent years fighting for basic ADA accommodations in family court.After surviving a traumatic brain injury and other life-altering injuries from a severe car accident, Marc found himself navigating a court system that repeatedly denied him essential supports like real-time transcription—despite clear protections under the Americans with Disabilities Act.Marc shares: • How state family courts dismissed his disability and denied required accommodations • The 49-month legal battle that led to a federal ADA victory • Retaliation and discrimination by judges and public officials • His successful advocacy during the pandemic for disabled tenants • Why family courts nationwide urgently need reform • His message to disabled parents fighting similar battlesMarc’s resilience and relentless advocacy shine a light on a civil rights issue affecting millions but rarely discussed. His story is a powerful reminder that the fight for disability justice extends far beyond ramps and parking spaces.For updates on Marc’s ongoing legal journey, visit NewRochellePoliceAbuse.com.Send Mike a Message!Support the showWant to be considered as a guest?  Fill out the form here: https://werenotstumped.com/podcast-guest-information/Learn more about our host Mike Bolland: https://mikebolland.com/