Norma O. Gazonni v. Tumi USA, LLC
Filed
Case details
- Defendant’s website
- Standards cited
- WCAG 2.1
Summary
According to the complaint, Norma O. Gazonni, a visually impaired individual, is suing TUMI USA, LLC for violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Gazonni alleges that TUMI's website is not accessible to blind users, preventing her from independently accessing store information and making purchases. The complaint details specific barriers encountered while using the website, including lack of alternative text for images and inaccessible navigation features. Gazonni seeks a permanent injunction to require TUMI to make its website accessible and requests attorney's fees. The case highlights the importance of web accessibility for individuals with disabilities.
About the defendant
Defendant produces and distributes luggage and bags, operating an e-commerce platform for online purchases and providing information about physical store locations.
What the complaint says
The problems the plaintiff describes with the website.
- Defendant's website is not fully accessible to blind or visually impaired consumers
- Plaintiff was unable to independently locate store information and merchandise due to website inaccessibility
- Defendant's website serves as a point of sale and is integral to accessing physical store services
Legal claims
The laws the plaintiff says the defendant broke, called causes of action.
- Violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act
What the plaintiff asks for
What the plaintiff wants the court to order.
- Permanent injunction requiring Defendant to make the website accessible
- Order for periodic maintenance of the accessible website
- Attorney’s fees and costs