Nelson Fernandez v. Wayfair, LLC, d/b/a Birch Lane
Filed
Case details
- Defendant’s website
Summary
According to the complaint, Nelson Fernandez is suing Wayfair, LLC, doing business as Birch Lane, for violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) due to the inaccessibility of their website, which he alleges prevents visually disabled individuals from effectively using it. The plaintiff claims that the website contains numerous barriers that hinder navigation and communication for users relying on screen reader software. He seeks a declaration that the website violates the ADA, injunctive relief to ensure accessibility, and compensatory damages for the alleged trespass of his personal computer through unauthorized data collection. The complaint highlights the importance of accessible digital services for individuals with disabilities.
About the defendant
Defendant operates retail stores selling home goods and décor products, including furniture, lighting, bedding, and kitchen and bath products, and provides online shopping and design services through its website.
What the complaint says
The problems the plaintiff describes with the website.
- Defendant's website is inaccessible to visually disabled individuals using screen reader software.
- Defendant has not provided full and equal access to the website as required by the ADA.
- Plaintiff has suffered discrimination due to the website's barriers.
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 judgment that the website violates the ADA
- Injunctive relief to update the website for accessibility
- Compensatory damages for trespass
- Attorney’s fees and costs