Arantza Castro v. Whole Foods Market Group LLC

Summary

According to the complaint, Arantza Castro is suing Whole Foods Market Group LLC for violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) due to accessibility barriers on its website. Castro, who is visually impaired, alleges that she encountered numerous issues while attempting to use the website, including unlabeled graphics and inaccessible navigation elements. The complaint states that these barriers prevent her from effectively accessing information and services necessary for purchasing products. Castro seeks declaratory and injunctive relief to ensure the website is accessible, as well as damages for the alleged trespass of software on her computer without consent. The case highlights the need for compliance with ADA standards for digital accessibility.

About the defendant

sells groceries, catering services, and gift cards

What the complaint says

The problems the plaintiff describes with the website.

• Defendant's website contains access barriers preventing effective use by visually impaired individuals
• Plaintiff encountered unlabeled graphics, inaccessible drop-down menus, and improperly formatted navigation elements
• Defendant failed to provide reasonable modifications to ensure accessibility

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 Defendant’s website violates the ADA
• Injunctive relief requiring Defendant to update its website for accessibility
• Monetary damages for trespass
• Attorney’s fees and costs