Sophia Faldonie v. Trend Boston LLC
Filed
Case details
- Defendant’s website
- Standards cited
- Guidance on Web Accessibility and the ADA, Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI) guidelines, Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Summary
According to the complaint, Sophia Faldonie, a legally blind individual, is suing Trend Boston LLC for failing to make its website accessible, violating the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Faldonie alleges that she encountered numerous barriers while trying to navigate the website, including inaccessible content and ambiguous link texts. She seeks a permanent injunction requiring the defendant to improve website accessibility and ensure compliance with ADA standards. The complaint highlights the importance of digital accessibility for individuals with visual disabilities and the need for businesses to adopt inclusive practices.
About the defendant
Defendant specializes in premium footwear and apparel, offering a selection of trendy streetwear and urban fashion pieces.
What the complaint says
The problems the plaintiff describes with the website.
- Defendant's website is not accessible to blind individuals, violating the ADA.
- Plaintiff encountered multiple access barriers while attempting to use the website.
Legal claims
The laws the plaintiff says the defendant broke, called causes of action.
- Violation of 42 U.S.C. §§ 12181, et seq., Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act
- Declaratory Relief
What the plaintiff asks for
What the plaintiff wants the court to order.
- A preliminary and permanent injunction to prohibit Defendant from violating the ADA.
- A preliminary and permanent injunction requiring Defendant to make the Website compliant with the ADA.
- A declaration that Defendant discriminates against the blind through its website.
- Plaintiff’s reasonable attorneys’ fees, statutory damages, expenses, and costs of suit.
- Pre- and post-judgment interest.