USCA 7th: No ADA Claim Unless Job Can Be Done

The United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit ruled that dismissal of a plaintiff's claim under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) is appropriate where the plaintiff is unable to perform the essential functions of the job. In Jackson v. City of Chicago, No. 03-4266, 07/12/2005, Vendetta Jackson was employed by the City as a police officer. In 1985, Jackson injured her right knee and continued work on convalescent duty status until 1987, when she returned to full duty. In 1992, Jackson underwent knee surgery, and, in 1993, received total duty disability benefits from the...