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September 14, 2012

Bank of America Agrees to Settle Claims It Discriminated Against Disabled People 
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Bank of America has agreed to a settlement over claims it violated
federal law by discriminating against mortgage applicants with
disabilities. The Justice Department alleged Bank of America imposed
extra requirements on disabled borrowers who relied on Social Security
payments, including forcing them to provide letters from doctors. Bank
of America has agreed to pay amounts of up to $5,000 to eligible loan
applicants.