Fair Housing
Under the NJ LAD, a landlord who initially accepts a rental application but then rescinds the offer upon learning the applicant has HIV/AIDS is violating which protected class?
ASource of lawful income
BDisability (HIV/AIDS is a disability under NJ and federal law)✓ Correct
CAge
DMarital status
Explanation
HIV/AIDS is recognized as a disability under the federal Fair Housing Act (FHA) and the NJ LAD. Refusing to rent to someone because of their HIV/AIDS status constitutes disability discrimination in housing.
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