Howard Wilson v. Brightech, Inc.

Summary

According to the complaint, plaintiff Howard Wilson, a visually impaired individual, is suing Brightech, Inc. for failing to make its website, www.brightech.com, accessible under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Wilson alleges that he encountered numerous barriers while attempting to purchase a Levi Floor Lamp, including missing alt-text and broken links, which prevented him from fully accessing the website. The complaint cites that approximately 8.1 million people in the U.S. are visually impaired, and the ADA mandates equal access to public accommodations. Wilson seeks a permanent injunction to require Brightech to modify its website to comply with accessibility standards and to ensure that visually impaired individuals can independently use the site.

About the defendant

Retailer specializing in innovative and stylish lighting products, including floor and table lamps, string lights, and solar-powered options, with an emphasis on practicality and modern design.

What the complaint says

The problems the plaintiff describes with the website.

• Defendant's website is not accessible to blind and visually impaired individuals.
• Plaintiff encountered barriers preventing full use of the website.
• Defendant has failed to comply with ADA requirements.

Legal claims

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

• Violations of the ADA, 42 U.S.C. § 12182 et seq.
• Declaratory Relief

What the plaintiff asks for

What the plaintiff wants the court to order.

• Permanent injunction requiring compliance with ADA standards.
• Declaration of discrimination against blind individuals.
• Certification of the Class.

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 Defendant’s Website and as a result have been denied access to the equal enjoyment of goods and services, during the relevant statutory period.