Whether you are hard of hearing, deaf, or deaf and blind, you have a number of rights under the ADA. In general, you must not be denied equal enjoyment of services, privileges, accommodations, and advantages that local and state governments provide.  You also have the right to communicate effectively with government agencies, businesses, and other organizations. Therefore, you must not be denied services and auxiliary aids that facilitate communication. You may have rights to the following and other assistance: Interpreters and qualified readersInformation in braille, large print, or as an audio recording  ADA-compliant websitesAn assistive listening device (ALD)Computer-assisted transcriptionAs a disabled individual, you also have numerous employment, recruitment, and training rights. Moreover, restaurants, hotels, schools, medical centers, and many other public and private entities must comply with the ADA to provide equal access for all. If you are not sure whether your rights under the ADA were violated, we can advise you and could help you move forward with a claim.