Sutton v. United Airlines, Inc.

Sutton v. United Airlines, Inc. was a 1999 Supreme Court case addressing how employers assess a job applicant's or employee’s ability, specifically regarding disabilities. The Court held that employers should base their judgments on a person's current abilities rather than hypothetical disabilities or potential for improvement. This decision emphasized that if someone can perform a job with reasonable adjustments or measures, they should not be considered disabled solely because they might have a condition that could be treated or overcome in the future. The ruling clarified how disability is legally defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).