When you imagine banking 10, 15 or 25 years ago, you quickly realize the breathtaking pace of change affecting the industry. Consolidation, competition and convenience have redefined relationships and profit margins. And as...more
Many community banks received letters from advocacy group Access Now alleging that the banks' websites violated the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) for the visually impaired in provision of electronic information...more
12/1/2017
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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) ,
ATMs ,
Banking Sector ,
Community Banks ,
Disability Discrimination ,
Financial Institutions ,
Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) ,
Mobile Apps ,
Website Accessibility ,
Website Owner Liability
Federal regulators earlier this week issued a notice of proposed rulemaking to raise the threshold for commercial real estate transactions requiring an appraisal from the current level of $250,000 to $400,000. The agencies...more