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Los Angeles Braille Institute Regional Sight Center

Braille Institute in Los AngelesLocated near downtown Los Angeles, the Sight Center has been providing a full range of free services since 1927. Services include: Talking Book & Braille Library Services, Low Vision Rehabilitation Services, Child Services, Youth & Teen Services, Career Services, Adult Services, Braille Publishing, The Braille Challenge® reading and writing contest, the flagship Vistas Store, and much more.

Notice of Class Action and Proposed Settlement

A class action lawsuit, brought by two visually impaired individuals, is currently pending against the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) in Los Angeles Superior Court. If you were a passenger on any Metro bus anytime since July 8, 2002, if you attempted to obtain information from Metro regarding bus services in an accessible format, or if you believe you experienced discrimination while riding a Metro bus, you are entitled to participate in the settlement. Download the following forms and documentation about making a claim:

If you wish to learn more about the settlement or your rights, you may contact the law firm of Arias Ozello & Gignac, at (310) 670-1600. The settlement also is described on Metro's Web site at www.metro.net/notice.

View the schedule of upcoming events at the Los Angeles Sight Center.
Designed for those adults who can't go our Los Angeles Center, a plethora of classes are offered in communities throughout Los Angeles County.
Our Mobile Solutions vehicles travel throughout Los Angeles County to bring our services and adaptive devices directly to you.
This great service matches your skills and talents to an appropriate volunteer opportunity in your area.


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