Christopher Jackson, Christopher Walters v. All American Clothing Brand LLC

Summary

According to the complaint, plaintiffs Christopher Jackson and Christopher Walters, both legally blind, are suing All American Clothing Brand LLC for failing to make its digital properties accessible, violating the ADA and New York State Human Rights Law. They allege that they encountered significant barriers while attempting to access the company's website, which prevented them from purchasing products. The plaintiffs seek a permanent injunction requiring the defendant to improve accessibility on its website and to comply with relevant laws. They also request compensatory damages and attorneys' fees.

About the defendant

Designs, develops, manufactures, and distributes -made apparel for men and women, including durable denim jeans, workwear, and casual cotton clothing.

What the complaint says

The problems the plaintiff describes with the website.

• Defendant's digital properties are not accessible to legally blind individuals.
• Plaintiffs encountered barriers that denied them full and equal access to Defendant's online goods, content, and services.
• Accessibility barriers include inaccessible navigation menus, unlabeled elements, and improperly formatted content.

Legal claims

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

• Title III of the ADA
• Violation of New York State Human Rights Law, Exec. Law, Article 15 § 290, et seq.

What the plaintiff asks for

What the plaintiff wants the court to order.

• A Declaratory Judgment that Defendant was in violation of the ADA and New York laws.
• A permanent injunction requiring Defendant to make its Digital Platform accessible.
• Payment of costs of suit.
• Payment of reasonable attorneys’ fees.
• Payment of compensatory damages.
• Payment of nominal damages.