Kevin Orcel v. Magic Sneaker, Inc.

Summary

According to the complaint, Plaintiff Kevin Orcel, a visually impaired individual, is suing Magic Sneaker, Inc. for failing to make its website, www.magicsneaker.com, accessible under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The plaintiff alleges that he encountered numerous barriers while attempting to purchase sneakers, specifically the Hardwick x Beenanza 001 - Black, which prevented him from accessing the website's goods and services. The complaint cites violations of the ADA and seeks a permanent injunction to require the defendant to make its website accessible, along with other forms of relief.

About the defendant

An online platform offering footwear, apparel, and accessories from notable brands, including options for men, women, and children, along with features like product updates and promotions.

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 multiple access barriers preventing full use of the website.
• Defendant has failed to comply with WCAG 2.1 guidelines.

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 Defendant to make its website accessible.
• Payment of nominal damages.
• Certification of the Class under Fed. R. Civ. P. 23.

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.