Erika Randolph v. Ugmonk Inc.

Summary

According to the complaint, Erika Randolph, a visually-impaired individual, is suing Ugmonk Inc. for failing to make their website, ugmonk.com, accessible to blind users. The plaintiff alleges that the website contains significant barriers that prevent blind individuals from completing transactions, violating the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Randolph attempted to purchase a valet tray but encountered multiple accessibility issues, including a lack of proper alt-text and navigation difficulties. She seeks a permanent injunction to require Ugmonk to make their website accessible and compensatory damages for the discrimination faced. The case highlights the ongoing challenges faced by visually-impaired individuals in accessing online services.

About the defendant

Ugmonk provides a wide array of goods and services, including desk organization tools, analog productivity systems, stationery, accessories, and other lifestyle goods, all crafted with a focus on simplicity and functionality.

What the complaint says

The problems the plaintiff describes with the website.

• Defendant's website is not accessible to blind and visually-impaired persons
• Plaintiff encountered multiple accessibility barriers on ugmonk.com
• Defendant's actions constitute discrimination under the ADA

Legal claims

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

• Violation of 42 U.S.C. §§ 12181 et seq. - Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act
• Declaratory Relief
• Negligent Infliction of Emotional Distress

What the plaintiff asks for

What the plaintiff wants the court to order.

• A preliminary and permanent injunction to prohibit Defendant from violating the ADA
• An order requiring Defendant to make its website accessible to blind individuals
• Payment of nominal damages
• Compensatory damages in an amount to be determined at trial

Proposed class

The group of people the plaintiff asks to represent, so the case can cover them too.

all legally blind individuals in the United States who have attempted to access ugmonk.com and as a result have been denied access to the enjoyment of goods and services offered by ugmonk.com, during the relevant statutory period.