Alejandro Espinoza v. Kura Sushi USA, Inc.

Summary

According to the complaint, Alejandro Espinoza is suing Kura Sushi USA, Inc. for violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) due to the inaccessibility of their website, which he alleges prevents him from effectively purchasing meals. The plaintiff, who is visually impaired, claims he encountered numerous barriers while attempting to navigate the website using screen reader software. He seeks declaratory and injunctive relief to ensure the website is accessible, as well as damages for the alleged trespass of software on his computer. The complaint cites specific ADA violations and requests that the court mandate changes to the website to comply with accessibility standards.

About the defendant

sells sushi, side dishes, noodles, desserts, drinks, and gift cards

What the complaint says

The problems the plaintiff describes with the website.

• Defendant's website is inaccessible to visually impaired individuals
• Plaintiff encountered barriers such as unlabeled graphics and inaccessible menus
• Plaintiff seeks equal access to the website for purchasing meals

Legal claims

The laws the plaintiff says the defendant broke, called causes of action.

• Violation of the ADA
• Trespass

What the plaintiff asks for

What the plaintiff wants the court to order.

• Declaratory relief that the website violates the ADA
• Injunctive relief to make the website accessible
• Compensatory damages for trespass
• Attorney’s fees and costs