Check on scope of ADA

Ruling in Toyota Motor Manufacturing of Kentucky Inc v Ella Williams , the US Supreme Court has limited the scope of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This is by a ruling that the inability to perform a specific activity does not automatically entitle a worker to ADA protection; it is necessary for the applicant to show inability to perform tasks central to most people’s lives. In the case at issue assembly line worker Ms Williams developed carpal tunnel syndrome and was transferred to less demanding work. Subsequently her duties were expanded and the disorder returned.