Ever been turned away from a restroom at a business? It's a frustrating experience, often stemming from legal battles over Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) violations. But let's not forget the bigger picture: the ADA was born from a noble cause, aiming to dismantle barriers and grant equal access to all. Think ramps, sidewalk cuts, easy-open doors – all thanks to the ADA.

But here's the kicker: while the ADA has opened doors for many, its vague enforcement has birthed a monster. Enter the era of ADA litigation, a goldmine for a select few lawyers and 'crusaders' who see themselves as champions of the disabled. However, for small business owners, they're more like nightmare creators, shutting down mom-and-pop shops left and right with hefty ADA lawsuits.

Take California, for instance, ground zero for ADA battles. Attempts to reel in this litigation frenzy have been met with fierce resistance, with any reform seen as an attack on disabled rights. Even Senator Bob Dunn's bold move to give businesses a chance to fix issues before getting sued fell flat.

So, what's the fallout? California alone sees over 40% of ADA lawsuits nationwide, demanding billions from struggling businesses. And guess what? Not a dime of that goes back into making spaces more accessible.

Enter Wheels Of Fortune, a deep dive into this tangled web of ADA drama. We're talking lawyers, judges, lawmakers, reporters, the disabled community, and business owners – all weighing in on a problem that's often swept under the rug."

In California, lawmakers have struggled with introducing reforms to curb serial litigation. Unfortunately, these efforts face staunch opposition, with proposed ADA reforms often interpreted as encroachments on the rights of the disabled. Senator Bob Dunn's Senate Bill 783 tried to address this by requiring potential plaintiffs to notify business owners of ADA infractions, allowing a specified period for correction before lawsuits can be initiated. That legislation never passed. 

While the ADA's original intent was rooted in positive aspirations, the privatized enforcement of the law continues to adversely impact the small business community. Nowhere is this more pronounced than in California, where a legal climate conducive to lawsuits has led to over 40% of all ADA cases filed nationwide. With an estimated 50,000 ADA lawsuits in California demanding well over $2 billion from small businesses, it is disheartening that not a single cent of this money contributes to ensuring access for people with disabilities.

Wheels Of Fortune offers an immersive exploration of this complex issue delving into perspectives from attorneys, judges, lawmakers, journalists, disabled individuals ,and business owners to provide a comprehensive understanding of a problem that goes unnoticed by the public.