Sophia Faldonie v. Lekker!, Inc.
Filed
Case details
- Defendant’s website
- Standards cited
- Guidance on Web Accessibility and the ADA
Summary
According to the complaint, Sophia Faldonie, a legally blind individual, is suing Lekker!, Inc. for failing to make its website, lekkerhome.com, accessible to blind users, violating the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The plaintiff alleges that the website contains numerous barriers that prevent meaningful interaction, including ambiguous link texts and inadequate labeling of form fields. Faldonie seeks a permanent injunction requiring the defendant to improve website accessibility and ensure compliance with ADA standards, as well as attorney's fees. The complaint emphasizes the importance of equal access to online services for individuals with visual disabilities.
About the defendant
Offers modern home furnishings and décor, including furniture, lighting, accessories, and design-forward pieces for contemporary living spaces.
What the complaint says
The problems the plaintiff describes with the website.
- Defendant's website is not accessible to blind individuals
- Plaintiff encountered multiple access barriers while using the website
- Defendant has failed to implement adequate corporate policies for accessibility
Legal claims
The laws the plaintiff says the defendant broke, called causes of action.
- Violation of Title III 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
- Declaratory relief regarding the discrimination against blind individuals
- Plaintiff’s reasonable attorneys' fees and costs